April 12, 2010

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The Mountain Press ■ Sevier County’s Daily Newspaper ■ Vol. 26, No. 102 ■ April 12, 2010 ■ www.themountainpress.com ■ 50 Cents

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Vote set on hillside rules

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By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer

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SEVIERVILLE — After more than two years of work and a debate that has weaved its way into countless circles, county Planning Commission members are expected to be the first board to offer an official vote on the proposed hillside development rules when they meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the courthouse. The task force appointed to consider the recommendations

from engineering firm Saratoga Associates has finally shepherded its own set of proposed rules through the process and to the folks who will make the decisions on if those actually become law. Each city’s planners will also consider the document before it goes before the County Commission for a final vote likely in June, but possibly as early as May. The groups will offer their opinions on the matter, though they will only make recommendations about whether they think

the county should adopt the rules with their non-binding votes. The cities must get a look at the document because it will govern how development proceeds in their planning regions outside the municipal limits. The proposal that will come before them includes six pages that actually describe the new rules, seven lifted straight out of the Saratoga report that offer guidelines to illustrate them and several more that will amend the county’s existing subdivision

regulations to add the new language to them. All of it, officials say, is intended to protect the beauty of the area and ensure future development is done in the safest way possible. The main part of the recommendation deals with the creation of a Critical Slope Overlay Zone, a special designation that will apply to properties in the county that are at least a majorSee Rules, Page A5

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County gets first solar energy house

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Business

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Obituaries “Ben” Cusick, 79 William R. Jensen, 36, William L.Pope, Jr., James Wagner, Jr., 78 DETAILS, Page A4

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Electrician Brian Wyrosdick of Earthscapes Property Care, left, homeowner Jerry Choler and Jason Liberadzki of Alternative Energy Solutions stand in front of Choler’s Sevierville house, which just received a solar energy system.

Jason Liberadzki, owner of Alternative Energy Solutions and authorized Cresit Energy dealer, has only been in the area for seven months — but he is partly responsible for Sevier County’s first home receiving all its electric power from solar energy. Sevierville homeowner Jerry Choler had read about solar energy before, but his interest was further piqued when he met Liberadzki, who helped with the landscaping of his house in December. “I find that a lot of people don’t know anything about solar energy,” Liberadzki said. “In Michigan, installing solar panels is usually a two-day gig. Here, it took from December to now to get things going because of all of the red tape we had to go through. Sevier County Electric had never done this before, and they had to create a whole new billing system. The biggest thing is trying to educate.” Solar energy is measured in kilowatt-hours. It is used for electricity production as

well as the heating of water, powering cars and appliances and at times, even cooking. About 40 solar cells are usually combined into a solar panel, with around 10-12 panels mounted in an array facing due north to receive maximum sunlight. “This is a 2.3 kilowatt system of entirely solar panels, and the grid tie (an inverter that directs current into alternating current) goes back to the electric company,” Liberadzki said of Choler’s new system. “The solar panels come with a 25-year warranty, but they will continue to work for 50 years. If he’s not producing more than he’s using, they deduct it from his bill. What he paid for the solar system he’ll get back within a year.” Liberadzki, who hails from Michigan, has been in the alternative energy business for 15 years. “I’ve always had a desire to be self-sufficient, so this was a natural step.” He has installed solar systems for schools, libraries, restaurants and city municipalities up north. He hopes See Solar, Page A5

Mountain Man March tests strength, endurance By STAN VOIT Editor No matter what kind of shape you think you’re in, try walking 26 miles in combat boots, carrying 40 pounds in your backpack and wearing a full combat uniform. That’s what Will Johns of Kenedy, Texas, will be doing Saturday at the third annual Mountain Man Memorial March in Gatlinburg.

Johns, a junior at the University of Tennessee, will join fellow cadets in the grueling, hilly and unforgiving march. “To call it difficult is a big understatement,” Johns said. “Judging off what I saw last year from my buddies, the sheer fact it’s 26.2 miles up, very difficult terrain, will be an undertaking in itself. Finishing is my goal.” As many as 350 participants, most See March, Page A5

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Cadet Will Johns of the University of Tennessee ROTC will be participating in Saturday’s Mountain Man Memorial March in Gatlinburg.

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Cadet Chelsea Hovis, a senior UT cadet, won’t be marching, but instead will help run the marathon.

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Our Savior Lutheran Church Men’s Club, youth group and other members joined forces Saturday for a car wash fundraiser.

GATLINBURG — It’s only been about six months since Our Savior Lutheran Church members started what is the congregation’s first youth group at least in recent memory, but already the growing gathering is planning its first out-of-state trip. Members of the group,

who range from middle to high school, are set to attend AFFIRM, an annual summer camp for Lutheran children that will be held this year in Rome, Ga. But getting there won’t be easy. “They’ve told us it’s going to cost $350,” said Gabriel Blackburn, 14. “That’s a lot of money. I think our famiSee Youth, Page A5

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Do research before selling timeshare Submitted Report

A timeshare’s value is tied to travel habits and location. And, when owners’ circumstances change, they can sour on their properties and look to resell. But remember, the quickest way to sell property isn’t always the wisest way, state officials say. Some companies charge high, upfront fees and make deceptive pitches, such as claiming they have buyers lined up when they do not. A company may offer to buy your timeshare interest, take it for a fee that you pay, help you give it to charity, put your timeshare in a travel club or some other option, officials in the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance say. While some of these offers may be legitimate, they say, be sure to check them out thoroughly before paying anything. Know who you are dealing with, what their contract says and how customers would characterize their experiences. The resale market — which includes timeshare resellers, Internet advertisers

and other resale companies — abounds with many types of sales pitches. Beware of companies who try to pressure you into using their services, especially when they have initiated your interaction, officials say. If you are looking to resell a timeshare: n Do not give your credit card number. Avoid paying any money to a company until you have a contract or full details of their services in writing. n Always shop around. Research, compare prices and services before deciding. n Investigate a company you plan to do business with before signing any agreement. The higher the fee you are asked to pay, the more caution you should exercise. Any legitimate business should be able to send you a contract for your and a legal representative to review. If a company makes promises or statements that sound too good to be true, they probably are. Consumer Affairs is a division of the Department of Commerce and Insurance.

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Sharp attends beef industry event Submitted Report CENTENNIAL, Colo. — Mike Sharp, a cow-calf producer from Sevierville and a board member of the Tennessee Beef Industry Council, recently attended a leadership orientation sponsored by the Federation of State Beef Councils, a division of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Sharp joined 23 other cattle industry leaders from around the country for updates on

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Submitted Report If weather conditions permit, managers at Great Smoky Mountains National Park plan to conduct a controlled burn on a cluster of five units totaling approximately 1,230 acres within a 3,580 acre tract of forest in the Cataloochee Valley area of the Park near Maggie Valley, N.C. These operations could begin as early as Tuesday and may continue intermittently through April and early May. In order to reduce the amount of smoke produced, managers plan to burn he units individually over several days instead of igniting all five tracts at once. The goals of this project, dubbed the “Canadian Top Controlled Burn,” are to use fire to reduce forest fuel accumulations and to restore a healthy and diverse eco-system. Fire managers plan to use a series of low-intensity controlled burns over a number of years to restore the composition and open structure of the oak and pine woodlands that occur on upper slopes and ridges within the site. These fire and droughttolerant natural communities are important to wildlife and overall ecosystem health, and they are in decline throughout the Southern Appalachian region. This series of burns will reduce the number of fire-sensitive trees and shrubs while increasing regeneration of oak and yellow pines, and increase the cover and diversity of native grasses and wildflowers. Over time, this increase in vegetation on the forest floor will improve forage for elk which graze the nearby meadows. Until the mid-1990s, all wildfires within the park had been suppressed for almost 70 years. One

consequence is that dry mountain slopes and ridges, which were historically covered with oaks and pines, are becoming increasingly dominated by trees and shrubs that are much less resistant to fires and droughts. The new forest has a closed canopy that allows little light to reach the forest floor, resulting in a decline of plant and animal diversity. The planned burn is designed to reduce the density of fire-intolerant species and to promote the regeneration of the oaks and pines. The area to be burned borders the open meadows of Cataloochee in the center of the Valley. The burn area is contained by Cataloochee and Little Cataloochee creeks, the Little Cataloochee Trail, and several park roads. As a precaution, approximately 25 firefighters and two engines will be assigned to make sure the burn stays within its planned boundaries. Roads within Cataloochee Valley will remain open to the public. Little Cataloochee Trail will be closed during and after burn operations.

SEYMOUR — A Most Photogenic contest is planned, with all proceeds going to Christians Reaching Out Serving Seymour (CROSS) ministries. Dan Browning Photography, which became part of the Seymour community eight years ago, is hosting the fundraiser. Age Divisions: tiny tots 12 months to 2 years; tots, 3 to 5 years; tykes, 6 to 8 years; tweens, 9 to 12 years; teens, 13 to 18 years. Stop by Dan Browning Photography during times below with two nonperishable food items per child entered. Participants will receive a free mini-session, a 4x6 photo and a gift bag from local businesses. Times to stop by: April 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; April 25, 2-6 p.m.; April 26, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. To vote for entries visit www. DanBrowningPhotography. com. Each vote is $1 with all proceeds going to CROSS Ministries. The child with the most votes in each age division wins. Voting will be May 3–17. All winners in each age division will receive a prize package. Winner’s will be announced May 24 on the Web site or Facebook.

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Andrew Benjamin “Ben” Cusick, age 79, of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010. Ben was a lifelong Sevier County resident and graduate of Sevier County High School. He spent four years in the U.S. Navy and then went to work for Bell Telephone for 35 years until retirement. He enjoyed farming and talking with people. Ben was a long time member of First Baptist Church, Sevierville and resided in the Mt. Zion community for 52 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Mayme Delozier Cusick, sister and brother-in-law, Absure and Eleanor “Toots” Rogers, and brother-in-law, Arlee Messer. Survivors: wife, Betty Lou Cate Cusick; sons and daughters-in-law, Al and Kim Klein Cusick, Brent and Rebecca Layman Cusick; grandchildren, Alysyn Cusick Williams, Brady Andrew Cusick, Braxton Kelly Cusick; sister, Mary Cusick Messer. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund, 317 Parkway, Sevierville, Tennessee 37862, or to the church of your choice. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Davis officiating. Family and friends will meet 11 a.m. Tuesday in Knob Creek Cemetery for graveside service and interment with Rev. Scott Carter officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be the Johnny Ownby Sunday School Class of First Baptist Church, Sevierville. The family will receive friends 4-7 p.m. Monday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville.

William Robert Jensen, age 36, of Sevierville passed away April 8, 2010 at his residence. He was the son of Butch and Sandi Fair of Sevierville. William was born June 6, 1973 in Barberton, Ohio. Preceded in death were his grandparents, Don and Irene Fair of Sevierville, Harold and Dorothy Ludle of Akron, Ohio Surviviors include, brother Chris Fair and sister Sandy Fair of Sevierville; close and dear friend (brother) Dave Moore, wife Chrissy, and children David, Chelsea and Tommy of Ravenna, Ohio. A host of aunts, uncles and cousins will also be sadden by William’s passing. A special Thank You to his Hospice team of Gina, Julie, Rita and Ernie, he loved them. Cremation arrangements by East Tennessee Mortuary Service Inc.

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in Sevierville, Jim enjoyed time with family and friends, traveling, reading, watching his favorite pastime; baseball, and pulling for his Tennessee Volunteers. He is survived by his wife, Nora Jane Wagner; his daughter, Elizabeth Wagner Crisp and her husband Allen Crisp of Knoxville; a step-son, Robert R. Reeves, Jr. and his wife Joanne ZahorskyReeves of Woodland Hills, CA; one granddaughter; a brother, Jere M. Wagner of Greenville, SC and his wife Dell; his first wife, Betty Starnes Wagner of Johnson City; nieces, cousins and several family members by marriage. A funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the South Chapel of the Morris-Baker Funeral Home, 2001 E. Oakland Ave., Johnson

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to install the first solar energy restaurant, hotel and church in Sevier County. As a member of the Pittman Center Fire Department, he also hopes to bring renewable energy to all of the county’s fire stations. “We’ve had the system on for about an hour, and it’s already produced a kilowatt,� announced Brian Wyrosdick, licensed

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of them ROTC cadets at Tennessee, will be taking part, according to Capt. Brandl Bell of Morristown, in charge of the UT unit. The event honors UT alumnus 1st Lt. Frank Walkup, who was killed in Iraq on June 16, 2007. Walkup was serving as a platoon leader in Rashaad, Iraq, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his position. “It started three years ago as a memorial to Lt. Walkup,� said senior Chelsea Hovis of Lynchburg, Tenn., who will be helping run the march but won’t be taking part this year. “Since then it’s grown and we’ve had more sponsors, so we’ve been able to help the military organization. We are

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lies are going to pay for part and then we’re going to pay for as much of it as we can out of fundraisers.� The group held a luncheon on Valentine’s Day and continued its efforts Saturday as youth and adults joined forces for a car wash in the church’s driveway. Like the earlier meal, the effort was a collaboration between the young people and the congregation’s Men’s Club, several members of which were on hand to do the scrubbing and rinsing alongside their junior compatriots. Additionally, church members like Pam

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ity at or above 30 percent grade. County Planner Jeff Ownby spent several months compiling maps that show every property that will be included in the district. The land that is identified by the map will fall under the new regulations. That will mean folks looking to develop those parcels will have to

follow stricter rules than those who build on flatter land. Those regulations include limiting the disturbance area to no more than 25 percent of the lot, installing utilities underground, reducing impervious surfaces and ensuring the construction is at least 75 percent shielded by natural barriers during the summer months. Additionally, tests will be required prior to the start of building to determine

all involved. We want to be helpful.� There are actually three distances that participants can choose: the marathon-length 26.2 miles, 13.1 miles or 6.2 miles. Some cadets will choose the half-distance length, but none will select the short length, Bell said. Bell compared the marathon walk to the annual Bataan Memorial Death March in New Mexico, but that course, while in the heat of the desert, is flat. Saturday’s is anything but. The grade is as much as 8 percent, and with the weight of the backpack and the clothing required, it won’t be easy to finish. Hovis said there will be four nursing students on site and as well as at least two ambulances. There will be rest stations along the route where cadets can relax a moment, have a

snack and water or use the latrine. Johns said he started hydrating this week, on the advice of cadet leaders. The biggest threats to the participants are dehydration and the effects of heat, if it’s a warm day. Most of the cadets taking part are sophomores and juniors; the seniors usually help run it. To enter, cadets must meet strict physical requirements and train at least two to three months ahead of the march. Cadets must pass the typical soldier physical training test to be allowed to take part. “The only way to prepare for it is to go out and do road marches,� Johns said. Nobody comes over to walk the actual route. “Historically some cadets start and don’t finish,� Johns said. “Not all of that will be due to sheer lack of effort. Some may twist an ankle. Your feet

can get really bad blisters. Some suffer from dehydration.� Those who don’t finish have their pride dented, Johns said, but one incentive to complete the marathon is that your friends and fellow cadets are marching too or watching as you do it. The march is part of a Friday-Saturday schedule that includes a 7 p.m. Friday ceremony at the aquarium honoring East Tennessee Gold Star Mothers. On Saturday, opening ceremonies for the march begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Smoky Mountain HarleyDavidson parking lot, 530 Parkway. The 26-mile march/run starts at 9. It will take six to seven hours for cadets to finish the route. At 8 p.m. the weekend concludes with an award ceremony in the same parking lot.

Latham, who serves as the congregation’s treasurer, showed up to lend a hand. “I just want to help out,� said Latham, who has only been a member of the church for about as long as the youth group has existed. With the day breaking with temperatures in the upper-30s to low-40s, Latham said she regretted wearing short pants and sleeves. “It was very cold,� she said with a laugh. “You stay busy and you don’t feel the cold.�

As the day wore on, Latham got warmer, the line of cars awaiting a spring shower got longer and the bucket for donations got fuller. “Business is starting to pick up now,� Latham said as the group worked on three cars at once. “We’re just asking people to donate whatever God leads them to give. So far they’ve been very generous.� The group has at least one more fundraiser planned before the weeklong camp in June. AFFIRM provides an

opportunity for the young people to fellowship, have some fun and learn about the Gospel. More importantly, though, it teaches them how to integrate the message of Jesus into their daily lives, Our Savior Pastor Janet Volk said. “It’s really a great opportunity for them,� she said. “They have fun and they meet people from all over the South. More importantly, they learn some important lessons.�

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Voting machine inspections set

The Sevier County Election Commission will inspect the machines Tuesday prior to early voting and Election Day. The inspection for the additional early vote machines will be held at 4:30 p.m. at the Voting Machine Warehouse, 1145 Dolly Parton Parkway. The inspection for all the Election Day voting machines is still scheduled for April 27 at 4:30. There will be a zero tape available for inspection for every machine.

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New Head Start center to open

Douglas Cherokee Head Start has started recruiting preschool children for the new Seymour class. The center will be located one mile off of Chapman Highway on Wye Road. Applications will be taken on children 3 to 5 years of age. Children must be 3 by Sept 30, and cannot be age-ready for kindergarten. Applications will also be taken from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 14 at the Sevierville Community Center for all Sevier County Head Start classes.

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Food for Fines offered at library

Pigeon Forge Public Library will offer “Food for Fines” through Saturday during National Library Week. For every non-perishable food item brought in, the library will remove $1 in fines from the user’s account. Food will be donated to Sevier County Food Ministries. Most needed items include canned meat, beans, fruit, peanut butter and cereal. For more information, call 429-7490.

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Astronauts take 2nd spacewalk

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Spacewalking astronauts had to pull out a hammer and pry bar while attaching a big, new tank full of ammonia coolant to the International Space Station on Sunday, successfully driving in a stiff bolt after two frustrating hours. The 215-mile-high action unfolded on the 40th anniversary of the launch of Apollo 13.

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Poles grieve over president

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland’s government moved swiftly Sunday to show that it was staying on course after the deaths of its president and dozens of political, military and religious leaders, even as tens of thousands of Poles expressed their grief over the plane crash in Russia that shocked the country. New acting chiefs of the military were already in place and an interim director of the central bank was named Sunday, with work running as usual, said Pawel Gras, a government spokesman. It was a rare positive note on a day wracked by grief for the 96 dead and laced with reminders of Poland’s dark history with its powerful neighbor. The Saturday crash occurred in thick fog near the Katyn forest, where Josef Stalin’s secret police in 1940 systematically executed thousands of Polish military officers in the western Soviet Union.

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Radioactive waste to be shipped through East Tennessee next year GREENEVILLE (AP) — Disaster and emergency responders in northeast Tennessee have been told about plans to ship defense-related radioactive waste along Interstate 81 for the first time, starting next year. The Greeneville Sun reports that officials from the U.S. Department of Energy held a briefing in Greene County about the “transuranic” radioactive waste shipments that will start in July 2011. Volunteer firefighters and other emergency

responders were shown trucks and special containers that will be used. The radioactive waste is to be sent from a DOE facility near Pittsburgh to the DOE’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) near Carlsbad, N.M. The route extends southbound to interstates 40 and 75 through East Tennessee and then to I-59 and I-20 passing through Birmingham, Ala. Bobby St. John, a spokesman for DOE contractor Washington

TRU Solutions, LLC, said similar radioactive waste has been shipped from Oak Ridge to WIPP for several years. He said the waste to be shipped on I-81 “has to be handled robotically.” A DOE document shows that “waste temporarily stored at sites around the country is shipped to WIPP and permanently disposed of in rooms mined out of an ancient salt formation 2,150 feet below the surface,” the newspaper reported.

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After 40 years with Sevier County School System Jerry Wear retired last year. Thirtythree days later he knew he had made a mistake. He said, “When Director of Schools Jack Parton contacted me about becoming principal at Catlettsburg Elementary School, I said, ‘Sure!’” The school is set to open Aug. 14.

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World quote roundup “He taught Poles how to respect our traditions, how to fight for our dignity, and he made he made his sacrifice there at that tragic place.” — Boguslaw Staron, 70, mourning the death of Polish President Lech Kaczynski

“I’m so glad that I had my family out there to hold my hand through it. I didn’t think I would be that much of a basket case about it. It was like saying goodbye to an old friend.” Pam Seal, a Dallas Cowboy cheerleader in 1975, on watching the Sunday demolition of Texas Stadium where the football team played 38 seasons

“This has been a terrible blow to our family. We would appreciate everyone understanding that this is a private family tragedy.” — Hal Holbrook, husband of actress Dixie Carter who died Saturday at the age of 70

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Dixie Carter

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Wallaby can be a great personal pet Sometimes you see the strangest sights while minding your own business. Last week I was walking down the Parkway in the middle of Gatlinburg, when I saw a lady with an unusual animal in her purse. That’s right, I said her purse. I thought it was a cat at first, maybe a small dog, but that was no dog or cat. “What is that thing?” I finally said to her “It’s a wallaby,” she said. “A what-aby?” I asked. It was a small macropod or marsupial of which there are 30 diferent species. It’s smaller than a kangaroo and Wwllaroo, but still in that same family. Normally, I wouldn’t care much for such an animal, but since it was in the streets of my town of Gatlinburg, it’s now a story. Becky Cook and her husband and daughter were very kind to allow me to report on their hobby, or passion, raising such beasts. Beasts would be too over the top. Maybe pets would be closer. I wondered what baby wallabys might be called: pups, kittens, cubs, calves, kids, chicks. No, that can’t be right. I gave up. They are joeys. OK, you got me on that one. Becky is from Hawkins County, where they have 30 acres and also raise llamas and Katadin sheep. They are real lovers of animals, even if those animals are a little bizarre. Of course, llamas are used extensively in the Smokies for carrying supplies to and from Mount LeConte. The first pair of wallabys the Cooks raised were from New Zealand, where they are more at home, but they will adapt to almost any climate. They live in Tennessee just fine and have made it their home. Now, if you want to purchase one of their strange little animals, a male will cost you $1,500, while a female will be $2,000. This is because more males are born. If you want a white albino, that will be $3,500 to $5,000. Becky told me that if anyone is interested in purchasing a wallaby, you can call them at 423-272-5641. By the way, if you see a whole group of them out in a field or standing on a street corner, they are called a mob. A mob of wallabys — bet you’ve never used that phrase before. I probably never will again myself. They are cute creatures, though, and very laid back and docile. I don’t know how mean they become if you get one riled up. I don’t want to have to explain to the ER how I was mobbed by a mob; it would be too hard to communicate, and embarrassing. Good luck, Becky. By the way, the Nantahala Outdoor Center has opened for all you hikers and water enthusiasts. It’s quite a development for that part of town and for Gatlinburg in general. The location is great: right on the doorstep of the Smokies and convenient. They even have a climbing wall so you can determine if that kind of adventure is for you. I hope it does well and is able to cater to the needs of the outdoors people who visit our community. I’m also going to visit the Titanic in Pigeon Forge. It had its grand opening on Thursday. I’m sure it will receive favorable coverage by the time you read this, and people will have discovered another exciting attraction that will thrill the vacationers who come this summer and on into the fall season. I like the idea of having something new that isn’t hokey and simply a place to spend your money, but a real educational exhibit that will be available for schools. It is a good thing to see different developments rising up in our county and people going forward in spite of the economic problems that have beset us. I hope Belle Island will also rise from the heap and make a go of it too. Also, in Waldens Landing in Pigeon Forge, there is a new movie theater that will be open by Sept. 1. It will feature five screens and stadium seating, as well as 3D movies. Way to go, Sevier County! — Dan M. Smith is a Cincinnati native and Gatlinburg resident. He is the author of the forthcoming book “So Far from Forfar.” His son is serving in the Air Force. E-mail to dan0729@yahoo.com.

Editorial

Keeping it fresh New aquarium penguin exhibit shows Ripley’s commitment Come on, admit it. Who doesn’t love a penguin? They’re pandas of the sea. They look cute, they walk funny, they seem happy all the time, they are devoted family people and they are not threatening. If a camel is an animal made by a committee, then a penguin is the one made to be revered. Now they’ve come to the mountains. Penguins in the mountains — that’s an odd pairing, until you visit Riley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. The penguins arrived last week and opened to the public a few days later. It took years of planning, considerable expense and a car ride or two to get the birds to their new home. The aquarium’s former restaurant area has been reshaped into the penguin multimillion dollar habitat, complete with year-round 59-degree water, rocks and a controlled atmosphere to ensure their comfort and survival. They adapted

quickly to their new surroundings last week when The Mountain Press was invited to be there when the birds walked in. The new exhibit is a major investment for the aquarium, which has enjoyed a decade of phenomenal success in Gatlinburg. Almost every year the attraction has added something. The Ripley’s people understand that an attraction has to keep evolving, keep changing, to remain fresh and interesting to tourists and locals who have limited resources and can spend their money in a lot of places in Sevier County. The arrival of the Titanic attraction in Pigeon Forge has made this a more competitive market for businesses that cater to visitors. Competition is good. It makes the parties keep thinking, keep innovating, in an effort to remain a draw. The aquarium is among the top tourist

attractions in all of Tennessee and among the best of its kind anywhere in the country. It’s no wonder it is popular. It’s also important that, like Dollywood and the other 700-pound gorillas that make their home in Sevier County, the aquarium not take its success for granted. Ripley’s is celebrating 30 years as a presence in Sevier County. It operates seven attractions, most in downtown Gatlinburg along with a mini-golf course in Sevierville. Under the guidance of Ryan DeSear, the Ripley’s operations in our community offer quality entertainment and a successful formula for appealing to consumers. It’s great to have penguins in Gatlinburg. They are sure to keep the aquarium hopping. The habitat is designed to be interactive, and the public will get a chance to pet the birds. Hey, who doesn’t love a penguin?

Political view

Mountain Musings

District 8 State House race highly contested Editor’s note: The Mountain Press is occasionally offering an eclectic mix of newsy tidbits, anecdotes and oneliners: Four Republicans and two Democrats are vying to replace Joe McCord as a Tennessee House member from District 8. In the August primary are Republicans Scott A. Hughes, Geoff King, Joe McCulley and Art Swann, all of Blount. Democrats are Carla Lewis of Blount and Marvin Pratt of Sevier. The district includes much of Blount and the Gatlinburg area of Sevier. McCord is not seeking re-election. Incumbent Rep. Richard Montgomery of Sevierville is unopposed for the GOP nomination and will face Democrat Gary Eichmann of Sevier in the November general election... Our own Tennessee Smokies will help celebrate the 100th birthday of the nation’s

oldest ballpark when they visit Birmingham to play the Barons on June 2 at Rickwood Field. That’s where Hank Aaron, Willie Mays and Satchel Paige once played. The two Double AA teams will wear throwback uniforms for the game. ... It appears that in this, Bobby Cox’s last season as manager, the Braves are loaded and ready to make a run at a championship. Wouldn’t it be great if the future Hall-ofFamer went out with another World Series title? ... A copy of either “The Way to Go” or “My Favorite Book,” written by author William Schiffiano, has been given to each student in the following Sevier County schools: Pittman Center, Wearwood, Catons Chapel. The illustrated books that stress moral values were provided to students thanks to sponsors Farm Bureau Insurance, Reams

Drug Store, Comfort Inn-Apple Valley, Carl Hatcher Furniture and Kinkaku Japanese Steakhouse. ... The Titanic Museum, which opened April 8, is absolutely fascinating! Guests could spend hours examining everything during the self-guided tour... Jarrod Lowry of Jonesboro made his way into town last week on his “Walk of Faith.” He began his trek from his home on April 1 and hopes to continue his walk to Tyler, Texas, sharing his testimony along the way. He’s also joined by his dog, Frank. You can find out more at JarrodnFrank.com. The Sevierville Police Department will be holding free car seat safety checks from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 17 at Tennessee State Bank in Kodak. Take advantage of the opportunity and make sure your children are protected...

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Bonds says he’s ‘proud’ of McGwire By JANIE McCAULEY AP Baseball Writer

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Phil Mickelson celebrates on the 18th green after winning the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Ga., Sunday.

Mickelson gets third green jacket AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Even sweeter than Phil Mickelson slipping into another green jacket was seeing his wife waiting for him behind the 18th green Sunday at Augusta National with tears streaming down her face. Amy Mickelson had not been at a golf tournament since being diagnosed with breast cancer 11 months ago. He had not looked the same ever since. A shattered world seemed at peace in the fading sunlight Sunday at the Masters, where Mickelson made one last birdie for a 5-under 67 and a three-shot victory over Lee Westwood. The conclusion was far more emotional than anyone expected. Mickelson shared a long embrace with his wife behind the 18th green, and as he walked to the scoring trailer to sign for the lowest score at Augusta in nine years, a single tear trickled down his cheek to his lip. “We’ve been through a lot this year. It means a lot to share some joy together,” Mickelson said, his voice cracking has he struggled to keep control. “It’s been such an incredible week, an emotional week. And to cap it off with a victory is something I can’t put into words. “It’s something we’ll share for the rest of our lives.” Determined to win one for his family, Mickelson made two remarkable par saves from the trees, seized control with a 15-foot birdie putt in the heart of Amen Corner and then made a gutsy play with a 6-iron off the pine straw and over Rae’s Creek on the par-5 13th to set up a birdie. It was the kind of shot that has brought Mickelson so much criticism for taking unnecessary risks. There was simply no denying him in this Masters. His final birdie only mattered

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Tiger Woods takes the second of two shots to get out of a bunker on the second hole during the final round of the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Ga., Sunday. on the scorecard, 16-under 272, the lowest by a Masters champion since Tiger Woods in 2001. Mickelson had this won as he walked up the 18th fairway to a massive ovation. He raised both arms when the putt fell, had a long embrace with caddie Jim “Bones” Mackay then walked toward the scoring hut and into his wife’s arms. Standing behind them was Mary Mickelson, his mother, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in July. So ended a Masters unlike any other. It began with Woods returning from a humiliating sex scandal

and brought a sharp rebuke from Masters chairman Billy Payne and scrutiny of his behavior as he broke par all four rounds and tied for fourth, five shots behind. It ended in tears for Mickelson and his wife — and in heartache for Westwood, who had his best chance at winning a major end by missing too many short putts. “Phil being the champion he is hit some great shots coming down the stretch,” said Westwood, who closed with a 71 for his best finish ever in a major. “He’s been through hard times recently, and he deserves a break or two.” Hard-charging Anthony Kim finished with a 7-under 65 that

sent him to the clubhouse clinging to hope Mickelson would falter, but Lefty wasn’t going to throw this lead away. Not after all his family went through — a striking contrast to the storyline coming into this year’s Masters: the downfall of Tiger Woods after revelations that he had cheated on his wife with numerous mistresses. Elin Woods never showed at Augusta National, but Amy Mickelson was there, standing behind the green as her husband walked up to finish off the fourth major title of his career. Woods was among the contenders who faded away, struggling all day with a shaky swing off the tee and never made a serious push for the lead. He finished with a 3-under 69 and 11-under 277, tied with K.J. Choi for fourth. “That’s not what I wanted,” said Woods, playing for the first time in five months since a sex scandal severely damaged his reputation. “I wanted to win this tournament. As the week went along, I kept hitting the ball worse. It was not very good.” His big highlight was holing out from the seventh fairway for an eagle, and he had another eagle at the 15th, but an inexplicable three-putt bogey from about 6 feet at the 14th doomed his chances. He was four strokes behind Mickelson. “I only enter events to win,” Woods said. “I didn’t hit the ball good enough and made too many mistakes around the green. As a result, I’m not there.” Woods wasn’t the only one to feel Augusta’s bite. Fifty-year-old Fred Couples dumped a shot in the water at the 12th, leading to a double-bogey that stifled his bid to become golf’s oldest major champion. Choi looked steadier than anyone until two straight bogeys knocked him from a share of the lead to four shots behind.

SAN FRANCISCO — Home run king Barry Bonds said he is “proud” of slugger Mark McGwire for returning to baseball as the St. Louis Cardinals’ hitting coach and for admitting his use of performance-enhancing drugs. “I have a really good friendship with Mark McGwire. I’m proud of him,” Bonds said Sunday. “We’ve had a great relationship throughout our entire lives and throughout our career. I’m proud of what he did. I’m happy for him.” While Bonds didn’t rule out also going into coaching one day, his six-minute session with the media was stopped after the question about McGwire. In January, McGwire ended more than a decade of denials and evasion and finally acknowledged he used steroids and human growth hormone during his career, including in 1998 when he hit 70 home runs and broke the single-season record. Bonds, who topped that mark when he hit 73 homers in 2001, has long denied ever knowingly using steroids or performance-enhancers in his pursuit of the career home run record — arguably the most prized record in all of American sports. Bonds was indicted on charges he lied in 2003 to a federal grand jury investigating BALCO, the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative, and obstructed justice. McGwire was told of Bonds’ comments in Milwaukee, where the Cardinals were playing the Brewers. “It’s very cool. Barry is a great player, was a great player in this game, many MVPs,” McGwire said. “The guy could do it all. It makes me feel really good. It’s really cool to be back in the game. ... I’m a big boy, I understand that things happen in your life and you’ve got to confront them, and you also have to move on from them and learn from them.” The 45-year-old Bonds, back in the Bay Area for a reunion at AT&T Park of the Giants’ 2000 NL West champion team, said he doesn’t believe now is the right time to retire. Though he also insists he’s not in shape to play immediately if an interested club came calling. “I don’t have any plans at all,” he said of trying to play again. “No, it’s not necessary at the moment (to retire). The timing isn’t that important.” Bonds arrived separately — and more than an hour later — from other memSee Bonds, Page A9

Newman makes late charge to win at Phoenix By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — One of the first people to greet Ryan Newman in Victory Lane was Tony Stewart. “He’s so proud of me,” Newman said after breaking a 77-race Sprint Cup winless streak. “He told me he loved me and I told him I loved him back because it’s his name, I’m representing him and a lot of people behind us.” Newman took the lead after a late caution at

Phoenix International Raceway and held off Jeff Gordon in a two-lap shootout Saturday night to get his first victory since the 2008 Daytona 500, and first since joining Stewart’s new team last season. Kyle Busch was cruising to what would have given him a weekend sweep when a caution flag came out with three laps remaining. When the lead-lap cars pitted, Busch took four tires and came out eighth — behind six cars that took only two tires and Jimmie Johnson, who also took four and was

seventh out of the pits. Gordon beat everybody out of the pits, but spun his tires on the restart in a green-white-checkered finish. Newman then charged inside and took the lead, and held on for the win. “All of a sudden he shot forward. I was like, ‘Oh man, I’m in trouble here,’ “ Gordon said. “It’s been a long time coming for me to get to Victory Lane,” Newman AP Photo/Crystal Ochoa, The Arizona Republic said. “I’m gracious to be here. This is the most emo- Ryan Newman celebrates with his team after the Subway Fresh Fit 600 NASCAR race at Phoenix International Raceway in Avondale, Ariz. on See Newman, Page A9 Saturday.

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San Francisco Giants’ Barry Bonds, left, leads off first base next to St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Mark McGwire in the first inning of a baseball game in St. Louis in 2001.

bers of the 2000 team and walked hand in hand with 11-year-old daughter, Aisha. “This is weird. Where are the big guys?� Rich Aurilia asked of Bonds and Jeff Kent, whose flight was delayed because of bad weather. Bonds, dressed in a dark pinstriped suit and orange paisley tie, had a heavy security presence around him of police officers and ballpark officials. It was a flashback to a few years earlier, when Bonds was trailed everywhere by reporters and fans. On Sunday, he signed some 15 autographs on his way

into the ballpark then was driven around on an electric cart. He disappeared into a freight elevator to be taken to the reception with his former teammates. “They got me in a freight elevator. That’s the first time,� the slugger said, sporting a huge smile. Bonds later got in the broadcast booth. This winter in Florida, he worked with Phillies slugger Ryan Howard on his swing. “I coached him a little bit and he’s doing very, very well and hasn’t said one thing about me yet,� Bonds said with a chuckle. “But I love him and I’m glad he’s doing well.� He appeared to be in great shape and said he is down to about 225 pounds from his playing weight of 238.

“I’ve just been working out a lot, that’s all. I work out all the time,� Bonds said. “It’s been in my genes my whole life. I just don’t work out as hard anymore. I don’t lift as heavy weights anymore to be bulky. I don’t know, I’ve got that Hollywood look.� The seven-time NL MVP broke Hank Aaron’s home run record on Aug. 7, 2007, and has 762 career shots. Bonds has made only a handful of public appearances in San Francisco since

the Giants decided not to bring him back following that special 2007 season. Bonds isn’t sure what he would do if a team called him to play now, saying, “I would have to work out a little harder to give you any formal consideration.� “It goes by quick. The sports world eventually comes to an end,� Bonds said. “Your body can only do so much. Just be grateful for the time you have. I’m very grateful. ... I’m thankful.�

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tional victory I’ve ever had in my entire career just because it’s been so long.� Newman, driving the No. 39 Chevrolet owned by Stewart, had led only two laps before the final two. That lead came during the first caution only 21 laps into what became a 378lap race — instead of the scheduled 375, already 63 more than last spring — on the oddly shaped mile track. “I couldn’t believe it. I saw the white flag and I was like I don’t have that far to go,� Newman said. “Every restart, I had been on the inside and I couldn’t get going. ... I held my line and got a good shot off Turn 2. That’s all we needed.� It was Newman’s 14th career victory in 303 starts, but the first time a No. 39 car has been to Victory Lane (286 races). Johnson, who had won four of the previous five races at Phoenix, finished third and increased his series points lead — from 14 to 36 over Matt Kenseth. Greg Biffle had been second in points before finishing 22nd Saturday night, the first time this season he wasn’t in the top 10. “I made the call for four (tires) and made the most of it,� Johnson said. “Not a bad night at all. I’m excited to see us stretch out the points a little bit.� Denny Hamlin, racing only 10 days after surgery to repair the torn ACL in his left knee, drove the entire race and finished 30th, two laps off the pace. He had moved up to 13th before an extended pit stop to repair damage from being hit and to address an electrical problem. Newman snapped Hendrick Motorsports’ string of six consecutive

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Dollywood does its part to help area Located in the magnificent Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, Sevier County lies within 500 miles of more than half of the nation’s population. As a result, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most visited national park. Thus, our residents enjoy a position in the world that not only provides a picturesque setting for which to live, but is also well suited for remarkable commerce. Moreover, the most exceptional attribute of East Tennesseans is our willingness to work together to address our problems or advance our society. During the last 25 years, no Sevier County business has been a better partner in these endeavors than Dollywood. In addition to absolutely transforming the local economy over the past two decades, the scope of Dollywood’s charitable donations and sponsorships of benevolent activities is second to none. This place we know today as Dollywood arrived in 1961 in the form of a small Civil War-themed attraction called Rebel Railroad. The main element of this enterprise was a steam train, but there was also an old-time saloon and general store. By the end of the 1960s, it had been renamed Goldrush Junction and a Wild West experience replaced the Civil War production. Then, in 1970 a mostly unknown piece of American history took place when the Cleveland Browns football team (now the Baltimore Ravens) purchased and enhanced the tiny park with a log flume and a number of other smaller rides. A few years later, Jack and Pete Herschend of Branson, Mo., bought Goldrush Junction from the football team in 1976 and changed the name to Silver Dollar City Tennessee, sister park to the Herschends’ original operation in Branson. I still recall the television ads on the UHF station for the old Silver Dollar City when I was a teenager growing up in New Orleans. Still, the earth shook and the mountains ignited from grateful celebration when Dolly Parton teamed up with the Herschend brothers in 1986. After achieving incredible success as a world class singer, songwriter and actress, the hometown girl bought into the Pigeon Forge theme park and redeveloped it as Dollywood. The rest, as they say, is Smoky Mountain history. One small but significant example of Dollywood’s commitment to Sevier County is its annual sponsorship of the Sevierville Lodging Association’s miniature-golf tournament that raises money for local hospitality education scholarships. Each year, SLA awards five $1,200 scholarships to Sevier County High School graduates who wish to make the hospitality industry their career. This year, the annual tournament will be held on Sept. 22 at Ripley’s Old McDonald’s Farm on the Parkway in Sevierville. Once again Dollywood has contributed $1,000 to this important effort. Kelly Jo DeBord is the account manager for USDN.net, the marketing partner for Sevier County tourism. DeBord is also the fundraising chairwoman for SLA. This tournament has been her personal responsibility for several years now and she is more than appreciative for the support she consistently receives from Dollywood through the time and attention of Teresa Karson, Dollywood’s area representative. Dolly Parton and Herschend Family Enterprises remain partners in Dollywood, now Tennessee’s most visited paid tourist attraction. Today, Dollywood also is ranked in the Top 50 most attended theme parks on Earth. Few people have left their home town to chase a dream and returned to change the future of an entire community anywhere near the scale of what Dolly Parton has done for Sevier County. By her inspiring example, it is only right and fitting that we continue to do all we can to support each other so that all who live here will also have an opportunity to live the American Dream. “You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” — Dolly Parton — Henry Piarrot is a hotel manager in Sevier County. Please e-mail all story recommendations to hpiarrot@yahoo.com.

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Clark Faig, life scout in Gatlinburg’s Troop 111, has completed his Eagle Project. From left are Jim Faig, assistant scoutmaster; Ken Culbertson, National Park Service; Hagen Smith; Hunter Smith; Grant Soehn; Garrett Soehn; Billy Bales; and Clark Faig.

Clark Faig completes Eagle project Submitted Report Clark Faig, Life scout in Gatlinburg’s Boy Scout Troop 111 sponsored by the Rotary Club, has completed his Eagle Project. Ken Culbertson of the National Park Service assisted by providing oversight.

Clark was also assisted by five Scouts and his dad Jim to pull and remove more than 3,000 exotic, non-native, invasive Japanese honeysuckle plants along Fighting Creek Gap Nature Trail and near the national park headquarters building. Non-native exotic plants have no nat-

ural controls and can easily thrive and have an advantage over native plant species in the park’s relatively mild, tropical climate. Scouts helped Clark earn his Eagle rank and complete a community service project by helping return those two areas of the park back to their native state.

Local men complete law enforcement school Submitted Report Forty-two officers are eligible to join the rosters of law enforcement agencies with the recent graduation of the latest Basic Law Enforcement Academy class at Walters State Community College. Graduates from Sevier County: Adam G. Akers of Sevierville; Larry J. Gibson of Seymour; and Benjamin R. Headrick of Seymour. Award winners for the class included Akers, who won the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police award. The speaker for the graduation exercises was Capt.

Terry Bryan of the Sevierville Police Department. The academy, held at the college’s Greeneville/Greene County Center for Higher Education, offers the eightweek training required of all new law enforcement recruits during their first year of employment. The program is part of the East Tennessee Regional Law Enforcement Academy established at Walters State by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. It is also part of the college’s Public Safety Center of Emphasis, a designation recognizing its outstanding record in career preparation.

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Adam G. Akers of Sevierville received the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police award during Walters State’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy graduation. Pictured with the officer is Jeff Gazzo, assistant professor of criminal justice.

Local students honored at WSCC Seventeen Walters State Community College sophomores, including four from Sevierville, have been inducted into Kappa Beta Delta, the national honor society. Students inducted from Sevierville: Jacob Stoffle, a business major; Lucas Bohanan, an accounting/ business finance major;

M i h a e l a Dinca, an accounting major; and Christopher Webb, a culinary arts major. Kappa Beta Bohanan Dinca Stoffle Delta encourages and recognizes schol- business, management arship among students of and administration pursu-

ing associate degrees. Beta Kappa Delta also promotes personal and professional improvement and service. Beta Kappa Delta is administered by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. Tommy Love, associate professor of accounting, serves as the advisor for the Walters State Chapter.

Culinary arts students in competition Submitted Report ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — A team of students from Walters State Community College will represent Tennessee when the American Culinary Federation Inc. hosts the Student Team Southeast Region Championship in Birmingham, Ala., April 24-26. Eight student teams will prepare a classical fish starter, and salad, entree and

dessert, all for a panel of judges. If they win, they’ll advance to the national competition in California in August. The Walters State students are enrolled in the Rel Maples Culinary Arts program on the Sevier County campus. The student team championship is designed to raise the standards of culinary excellence and professionalism among students and act as a staging area for research and development of food con-

cepts. To compete at the regional level, teams must first win local and state competitions. The regional competition consists of three phases: cold-food presentation, skills salon and cooking, where teams will prepare a pre-assigned classical fish starter, a salad, entree and dessert. The winning team will be announced April 26. Chef Catherine Hallman is the Walters State team coach.

your good news The Mountain Press is seeking photos and articles from Sevier County residents for our Good News edition. Now is the time for you to submit the photo of your young athlete or the story about a church group coming to the aid of an elderly widow. You can send items with “Good News” as the subject to editor@themountainpress.com or mail items to The Mountain Press, P.O.. Box 4810, Sevierville, TN, 37862, or drop them off at our offices at 119 Riverbend Drive in Sevierville.

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helplines Food Banks

CROSS Ministries, Boyds Creek Highway, for Seymour-area residents. 10-2 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; 10-noon Wednesday-Friday. 5796192. n Sevier County Food Ministries Thrift Store and food bank on Old Knoxville Highway, 10-4 Monday, noon-5 Tuesday, 10-4 Thursday, 3-7 Friday. 428-5182. n

club calendar Adult education

Registration for adult education classes ongoing. 4295243 for GED, basic skills, ESL and citizenship classes.

7333. n Sevier County, 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays, August to May, First United Methodist Sevierville. 429-1807.

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Smoky Mountain Aglow Lighthouse meets at 6:30 p.m. fourth Saturday at Partridge Inn on Highway 66. 428-5312 or 765-3884.

Aircraft

Sevier County Experimental Aircraft Assn. meets at 4 p.m. first Sunday at airport. 428-0478.

American Legion

n Post 104 dinner-meeting, first Tuesday 6 p.m.; phone (865) 908-4310; Web: http:// www.amlgnp104tn.org . n Post 202, by post office in Gatlinburg, 6:30 p.m. first Thursday. 599-1187.

Arthritis Exercise

People with Arthritis Can Exercise (PACE) meets from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays at First Baptist Gatlinburg. Seated class. 436-2000.

Astrology

Astrology discussion group meets monthly from 6:30-8 p.m. at Pigeon Forge Library. 430-8062.

Beekeepers

Sevier County Beekeepers Assn. meets monthly except September and January. 6546624.

Biker Ministries

Cornerstone Biker Ministries worship services 11 a.m. Sundays at Seagle Hollow Road off Goose Gap Road. 640-5673.

Book Discussion Groups n Anna

Porter Public Library, 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday. 436-5588, www. annaporterpl.org. n Friends of Sevier County Public Library, 7 p.m. third Tuesday at library. 453-3532.

Bowling

Wednesday AM Coffee League, mixed-handicap, 10 a.m. Wednesdays. 453-6462 or 933-7783. n Noontimers, noon Mondays at Sevierville Bowling Center. 453-6920. n Thursday Night Dishdodgers, 6 p.m. in Sevierville. 453-6724 or 4531203. n Monday Ladies League, 11:30 a.m. in Pigeon Forge. 436-4758. n

Boy Scouts

Troop 582, 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Kodak United Methodist n Troop 111 in Gatlinburg, 7 p.m. Mondays at Mynatt Park n Troop 110 in Sevierville, 7 p.m. Tuesdays at First United Methodist n

Bridge Clubs

Sevierville, 6:30 p.m. Fridays at MountainBrook Village. 428-2445. n Friendly, 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Senior Center. 453-8080. n Wednesday, 10-3 at MountainBrook Village. 4282445. n

British Sports Cars

Smoky Mountain British Sports Car Assn., second Tuesday. 428-4920 or 4535851.

Christian Women

Club meets second Monday at 10 a.m. at Brookhaven Farm Restaurant. Free nursery. 436-3758 or 573-6197.

Community Choruses

n Pigeon Forge, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, City Hall. 429-

Citizens for Community Involvement 7 p.m. second Tuesday at Seymour High.

Crewettes

Sevier County Crewettes, 7 p.m. third Tuesday at Rescue Squad. 453-3861 or 453-8572.

Democratic Party

Sevier County Democratic Party meets at 7 p.m. first Thursday at courthouse.

Dulcimer Club

Dulcimer Club meets at 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday, 3439 Teaster Lane (Off The Beaten Path). 4298678.

Emmaus and Chrysalis

Alumni of Great Smoky Mountains Emmaus and Chrysalis Community and sister groups, 5:30 p.m. fourth Saturday at Sevierville First United Methodist. 453-5754.

Estudio Biblico

Estudio Biblico en Espanol, y oracion, llamar al 4299082.

FCE Clubs

n Sevierville, 1 p.m. third Friday at Senior Center. 4537395 n Seymour, third Tuesday 10:45 a.m. at library. 7743764 n Midway, fourth Thursday 1 p.m., Mountain National Highway 66

Food Co-op

Sevier County Food Co-op orders every other month. 453-0130.

Missionary League, first Tuesday at noon. 932-0419.

Magic Club

Make It Magic Club, second Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Make it Magic shop, Gatlinburg. 436-9531.

Marine Corps League

Sevier County Marine Corps League, 7 p.m. second Thursday, 2850 Parkway, Suite 43, Pigeon Forge. 429-9002.

Military Lunch

Military veterans meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. third Thursday, Damon’s. 429-1335.

Mopar

Smoky Mountain Mopar, first Friday at 7 p.m., Sleep Inn, Pigeon Forge. 428-4920.

Mother’s Day Out

Mother’s Day Out Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Pigeon Forge Community Center, for ages 3-5. 429-7373.

NARFE

Bent Creek Ladies Club, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. 436-3947 n Golf League, 4 p.m. Tuesdays, River Islands. 9088807 n

Hospital Volunteers

Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center volunteers meet at noon third Monday; includes lunch.

Human Resources Assn.

Smoky Mountain Human Resources Assn., 8 a.m. third Thursday, Citizens National on Bruce Street. 607-1194.

J.O.Y.

Just Older Youth, seniors 50-up, first Friday at Pigeon Forge Community Center. 429-7373.

Kindness Counts

Kindness Counts, previously Feral Cat Friends, 7 p.m. first Tuesday. 654-2684.

Lions Club

Sevierville Lions Club meets 6:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday at Shoney’s. 4537796.

Little League

Greater Sevierville Little League board, 7 p.m. first Tuesday at Community Center. 428-3711.

Lutheran Women

St. Paul Lutheran Women’s

SCERS

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

Sci-Fi Club

Starfleet’s Bennu Station, 7 p.m. first Friday at Best Western Plaza Inn, Pigeon Forge. 300-1730.

Scottish Rite Club

Scottish Rite and/or York Rite members, 6 p.m. supper at Sevierville Masonic Lodge on third Monday. 453-9480.

Scrabble Club

Senior Citizens

6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 4 p.m. Saturdays, Pigeon River Clubhouse in Sevierville. 7745875. n 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, 4:15 p.m. Saturdays. 429-5072. n

PACE

People’s Action Committee for the Environment 6 p.m. every other Monday at Smoky Mountain School in Cosby. (423) 487-3622.

Parents Day Out

Peace Fellowship

Golf

Sevier County Retired Teachers 11:30 a.m. every other first Friday, Damon’s. 453-5427.

Overeaters

Gold Wing Riders

Gold Wing Road Riders Assn., 6:30 p.m. first Monday at Gatti’s Pizza, 1431 Parkway near Parkway and Collier. 660-4400.

Retired Teachers

Scrabble Club, 6 p.m. Mondays at Books-A-Million. 712-5543 or 436-0419.

Gatlinburg, 1 p.m. first Thursday, Community Center n Sevierville, noon second Wednesday, Senior Center. 428-0704 n

Retired Citizens of the Smokies, first Monday at 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Community Center. 694-8473.

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

n Seymour United Methodist: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 609-2756. n Kodak United Methodist: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, infants through pre-K. 9335996.

Garden Clubs

Retired Citizens

Episcopal Peace Fellowship, 6:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at St. Joseph the Carpenter Episcopal Church, Sevierville. 428-8306.

Photographic Society

LeConte Photographic Society, 6:30 p.m. first Monday at First Presbyterian Sevierville. LeContePhotographic.com.

Senior citizens, third Tuesday at Senior Center. Potluck meal at noon. 4531134.

Soil Conservation

Sevier County Soil Conservation District, second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 517 E. Bruce St. 453-4664, ext. 3.

Sevier County Promise

Sevier County’s Promise for children, 9:30 a.m. second Thursday at Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center, Classroom No. 1. 429-7999.

Striders

Smoky Mountain Striders, second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sevierville Community Center.

Submarine Veterans

U.S. submarine veterans meet third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Islamorada Restaurant. www. SmokyMountainBase.com, 692-3368 or 429-0465.

Take Off Pounds

Parkway Church of God, weigh-in 5 p.m., meeting at 6 Thursdays. 429-3150 or 365-0371. n

Twins and Supertwins

Pigeon Forge Baseball Boosters meets third Tuesday in school library. 453-7255.

Smoky Mountain Mothers of Twins and Supertwins, second Thursday at 7 p.m. in Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center conference room.

Pokemon TCG

Veterans Group

Pigeon Forge Baseball

Pokemon TCG League Saturdays from noon-2 p.m. at Sevierville Public Library. 310-5140.

Veterans group meets 11:30 a.m. third Thursday, Damon’s. 429-1335.

Quilt Groups

Smoky Mountain Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meets 6:30-8 p.m. first Monday, Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center Classrooms 2 and 3. 250-9354 or e-mail to Nsg4Him@aol.com.

Piecemakers: 9-noon Mondays, Senior Center. 4299186. n Sevier Valley: 6-8 p.m. first and third Tuesdays, First United Methodist, Pigeon Forge. 932-4098 or 429-3930. n Gatlinburg: Mountain Home Quilters, 10 a.m. second Saturday, First Baptist. 436-3020. n Old Time Quilting Bee: 10-1 Tuesdays at Pigeon Forge Community Center. 429-7373. n Seymour: 9:30 a.m. first and third Thursdays at Seymour Heights Christian Church. 579-2318. n

Republicans

Sevier County Republican Party, 6 p.m. third Tuesday at courthouse. 453-3882 or 368-3833.

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Wine Society

Gatlinburg Wine Society meets monthly. 436-8384.

Woodmen of World

Woodmen of the World Lodge 101 meets at 6:30 p.m. first Tuesday at Shoney’s Family Restaurant 339 Forks of The River Parkway, Sevierville. 4293227 or 453-3233.

Writers Guild

n East Tennessee, third Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Sevierville Community Center.

business & civic groups ABWA

American Business Women’s Association third Thursday of each month. Holiday Inn, Pigeon Forge. 933-4048.

American Legion

Gatlinburg American Legion Post 202 and Auxiliary, 6:30 p.m. first Thursday on Highway 321. Potluck dinner meeting. 266-3194. n Sevierville American Legion Post 104 and Auxiliary, 6 p.m. covered dish dinner first Tuesday, Chapman Highway home. n

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Civil Air Patrol

Sevier County Civil Air Patrol Squadron 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge airport. 453-9755 or www. cap.gov.

Civitan Club

Sevier County Civitan, 1st and 3rd Thursdays, Golden Corral Sevierville. 740-6029.

Colonial Dames

John Ogle Chapter of Colonial Dames of the XVII

Century 2 p.m. fourth Sunday of February, April, September and November at Sevier County Library. 453-3700.

Daughters of 1812

Thomas Ogle Chapter of National Society of United States Daughters of 1812 meets at 2 p.m. third Saturday NovemberOctober at Sevier County Public Library. 687-6330.

D.B.E.

Daughters of the British Empire. 429-5684 or 4280758.

DAR

n Great Smokies Chapter 10:30 a.m. third Thursday, October, November, February, March and May, Pigeon Forge Library. 7742236. n Spencer Clack Chapter of Sevierville 7 p.m. second Monday, SeptemberApril, Sevier County Public Library.

DAV

Disabled American Veterans in Sevier County meets third Thursday at 7 p.m. at Senior Center.

Garlands of Grace

Garlands of Grace Bible Studies meetings: n Mondays: noon, Seymour Heights Christian Church, Chapman Highway, 609-8079; 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Inn, free parking, 436-0313. n Tuesdays: 1 p.m., Wiley Oakley, Foxtrot B&B, 436-6434; 6:30 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC, 6407904; 6:30 p.m., Men’s GateKeepers, 748-2236. n Wednesdays: 9 a.m., Wellington Place, Pigeon Forge. n Thursdays: 9 a.m., UMC, Pigeon Forge; 2 p.m., Blue Mountain Inn B&B, 1811 Pullen Road, Sevierville, 428-2335; 6:30 p.m., Community Building, First Methodist Church, Sevierville, 8504685.

Geriatric Screening

Geriatric screening team meets at 10 a.m. first Wednesday at Senior Center. 428-7999.

Goodwill

Goodwill Industries on Parkway in Sevierville provides rehabilitation and job training for disabled and disadvantaged. 453-0007.

Grief Support

Grief Support Group meets at 7 p.m. third Thursday in Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center conference room.

Griefshare

Griefshare, for those who have lost loved ones, Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in parlor at First Baptist Sevierville. 453-900l.

Health Talk

Health Talk Tennessee meets from 7-9 p.m. first Monday at Sevierville Community Center, Room 1. 453-6112.

Helpline

n Tuesdays at Second Baptist Church, Pigeon Street just off Chapman Highway.

Humane Society

Sevier County Humane Society animal shelter on Gnatty Branch Road open daily except Monday. 4537000.

Meniere’s Disease

Meniere’s Disease support group meets second Tuesday at 7 p.m., First United Methodist Sevierville. 680-4602.

Mental Illness

n National Alliance for the Mentally Ill meets second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Sevier County Public Library. 453-4815 or 428-4953. n Sevier Wellness Recovery Center, for people with mental illness and their families, 11-3 Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11-5:30 Saturdays, 501 Grace St., Sevierville. 705-2054.

Mom’s Parenting

Mom’s parenting support group meets at 9 a.m. Mondays at Kodak Community Baptist Church. Free preschool childcare. 933-2227.

L.I.F.T.

Ladies In Fellowship Together meet third Saturday from 11-1 at Pathways Church, 1126 Wagner Drive, Sevierville. 908-0707.

Narcotics Anonymous

n 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Sundays; noon Wednesdays; at First United Methodist, Sevierville. Corner of Parkway and Cedar Street. 898-3599. n 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays Middle Creek Methodist Church, Middle Creek Road, Sevierville.

Nicotine Anonymous

Nicotine Anonymous meets first Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center. 429-9502.

Outpatient Services

Peninsula Outpatient Center offers emergency services and crisis intervention. 588-2936; counseling 970-9800.

Parkinson’s Support

Helpline (429-HELP) provides general information and referral to agencies.

Parkinson’s Support Group meets 1:30-3 p.m. quarterly at Senior Center. 428-7197.

Hepatitis C

Prayer In Action

Support group for hepatitis C patients and families 7-8:30 p.m. Fridays. 453-6555 or 298-2747.

Holistic Healing

Utopia Farm Holistic Healing Center Inc. is a nonprofit care center and meets 7-9 p.m. first and third Mondays. 429-6889, 429-8548 or 310-9545.

HopeWorks

HopeWorks bipolar/ depression support group meets 7 p.m. first Tuesday at Seymour Heights Christian Church. 981-4291 or 724-3755.

Hot Meals

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

Prayer In Action meets first Monday 6 to 7 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC. the public is invited, 4360313.

Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer support/survivors groups meet 7 p.m. first Monday, Great Smoky Mountains Association of Realtors, 1109 Glenhill Lane, Sevierville. 659-1744.

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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 428-0748, ext. 214, or e-mail to editor@themountainpress. com. Items may be faxed to 453-4913.

Hot Meals for Hungry Hearts

Hot Meals For Hungry Hearts 5:30-6:30 p.m., Henderson Chapel Baptist Church, 407 Henderson Road, Pigeon Forge. Sponsored by Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries.

DAR

Monday, April 12 Cancer Support

Smoky Mountain Cancer Support Group meets 6 p.m. at Fort Sanders Sevier Senior Center. 428-5834 or 6549280.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Inn. 436-0313.

Angel Food

Middle Creek Road, 9081245.

Spencer Clack Chapter DAR meets 7 p.m., Sevier County Library. Program presented by Rev. Melvin Carr and Tim Fisher on CCC.

Blood Drive

Medic blood drive 2-6 p.m., Eusebia Presbyterian Church, 1701 Burnette Station Road, Seymour.

SCHS Boosters

Sevier County High School Football Boosters meets at 5:30 p.m. at field house.

Gatekeepers

Tuesday, April 13 S.I.T.

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

Al-Anon Family

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

Hot Meals

Hot Meals for Hungry Hearts served from 5:30

to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Second Baptist Church, Pigeon Street just off Chapman Highway. 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.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 4292508. n 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road, 908-

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Deed of Trust executed by Prestige Custom Builders, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated January 2, 2007, and recorded in Book 2715, Page 467 in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Prestige Custom Builders, Inc. to Citizens National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Citizens National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee recorded in Book 3521, Page 693 in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 3rd day of May, 2010, at 10:40 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described property to wit (which is believed to have addresses of: 3620 Moonshine Way Gatlinburg, TN 37738 SITUATE in the Seventeenth (17th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being all of Lot 7 of Moon Shine Ridge Subdivision as the same appears on a plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for more particular description; and, BEING a portion of the property conveyed to Prestige Custom Builders, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, by warranty deed of Moon Shine Ridge, L.L.C., a Tennessee Limited Liability Company, dated July 1, 2005, of record in Book 2291, Page 790, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. TOGETHER WITH and SUBJECT to the rights of others, in and to the joint use of a 50-foot right of way and a 30-foot right of way, known and depicted as Moonshine Way, for ingress to and egress from the property to Weber Road, as the same appears on the plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SEE ALSO the following instruments regarding rights of way, utility easements, sewer lines, and boundary lines of the subdivision: ROW Book 16, Page 313; ROW Book 14, Page 26; and ROW Book 13, Page 618, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT to all matters noted and/or depicted on plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney� s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Citizens National Bank, by the grantor; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 7th day of April, 2010. THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 April 12, 19 & 26, 2010

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428-0746 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Deed of Trust executed by Prestige Custom Builders, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated January 2, 2007, and recorded in Book 2715, Page 467 in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Prestige Custom Builders, Inc. to Citizens National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Citizens National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee recorded in Book 3521, Page 693 in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 3rd day of May, 2010, at 10:40 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described property to wit (which is believed to have addresses of 3620 Moonshine Way Gatlinburg, TN 37738 SITUATE in the Seventeenth (17th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being all of Lot 7 of Moon Shine Ridge Subdivision as the same appears on a plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for more particular description; and, BEING a portion of the property conveyed to Prestige Custom Builders, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, by warranty deed of Moon Shine Ridge, L.L.C., a Tennessee Limited Liability Company, dated July 1, 2005, of record in Book 2291, Page 790, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. TOGETHER WITH and SUBJECT to the rights of others, in and to the joint use of a 50-foot right of way and a 30-foot right of way, known and depicted as Moonshine Way, for ingress to and egress from the property to Weber Road, as the same appears on the plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SEE ALSO the following instruments regarding rights of way, utility easements, sewer lines, and boundary lines of the subdivision: ROW Book 16, Page 313; ROW Book 14, Page 26; and ROW Book 13, Page 618, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT to all matters noted and/or depicted on plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney� s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Citizens National Bank, by the grantor; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 7th day of April, 2010. THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 April 12, 19 & 26, 2010

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Customer Service NYSE Earn up to $1000+ per week! No sales, paid training and no experience necessary. EOE. Call Rachael between 8am - 3pm @865225-1338.

Looking for a Great Place to Work? We are the place for you. The Maples’ Tree Quilt & Gift stores in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are now hiring. What we offer: •Good Pay •Flexible Hours •Fun Work E n v i r o n ment We are looking for people who are: •Dependable & Hardworking •Get along with others •Ready to Work!! Please call 865-4364602 between 9:00-4:00. Monday or Tuesday to set up an appointment.

Housekeeper Needed $10/hr Full-time Apply Lid’l Dolly’s at traffic light #4

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

WAREHOUSE & STOCK 10.00 HR LID’L DOLLY’S LIGHT 4 PF

Housekeepers needed. Weekends are a must. Year round. Full-time positions available. Experience helpful. Raise in 90 days. Drug free work environment. Benefits available. Please apply at: Oakmont Resort, 3062 Veteran’s Blvd., Pigeon Forge, TN.

Heavy Equipment Operator Needed. Experience, references and drug test required. Call between 9 -4pm, 865-436-5353. Housekeepers and Front desk needed. Apply at Mountain Melodies Inn. 1949 Parkway, Pigeon Forge. Housekeepers, Laundry Staff for a well established condominium resort in Pigeon forge. Apply in person 205 Ogle Dr, Pigeon Forge at Whispering Pines Condominiums from 9am5pm

Thursday, 10 a.m.

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236 GENERAL

236 GENERAL ATV Guide Seasonal, 18yrs old/with HS Diploma or GED, Drug Free Workplace, Please call Bluff Mtn. Realty 453-3717

Johnson Pest Control is now hiring Service Technicians. Apply at 218 Bruce St, Sevierville between 8am-4pm.

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

LEGALS

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on M ay 3, 2010 at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Mark B. Atwater and wife, Linda C. Atwater, to Allen E. Schwartz, Trustee, on March 19, 2003 at Book 1663, Page 682 conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Registers Office. Owner of Debt: The Bank of New York Mellon, successor in interest to JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDER OF NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2003-2 NovaStar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2003-2 The following real estate located in Sevier County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Described property located in the Fourth (4th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 32 of the Belle Meadows Subdivision, as shown on a map of record in Map Book 27, Page 9, and re-recorded in Map Book 27, Page 11, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which maps reference is here made for a more particular description.

Maintance Needed, Full time, 18yrs old with HS Diploma or GED, Drug Free Workplace, For Overnight Rentals. Mowing, Weed Eating and Cleaning Pools. Please call Bluff Mtn. Realty 453-3717

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. Lid’l Dolly’s Light #4, P.F. Waitress/Bus Boys Red Rooster Pancake House now hiring AM shift. Waitress and Bus apply in person Mon-Fri 8-11am. 238 HOTEL/MOTEL Best Western Plaza Inn, Pigeon Forge is hiring for a part time Breakfast Attendant. Apply in person.

236 GENERAL

Now Hiring Housekeeping. 419-6812145.

Days Inn Apple Valley in Severiville hiring for Experienced Front Desk Clerk, Apply in person at 1841 Parkway.

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

Part-time Desk Clerk and Housekeeper needed. Apply at Smoky Meadows Lodge, P.F. 865453-4625. 242 RESTAURANT

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.

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

Street Address: 1220 Briar Lea Sevierville, TN 37862 Current Owner(s) of Property: Linda C. Atwater Other interested parties: Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union and University of Tennessee Medical Center c/o Susan L. Dominick (BPR#018364), Atty. The street address of the above described property is believed to be 1220 Briar Lea, Sevierville, TN 37862, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee Law Office of Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890 File No. 10-002197 April 12, 19 & 26, 2010

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105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

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105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

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Reasonable Rates TN & NY CertiďŹ ed HS Teacher Call Kelley Verizon# 631-786-6975

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Jim Loveday & Son

865-774-1253

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Complete Landscape Services and Fiberglass Installation Jimmy Whetstone 865-387-0096 Lic. & Insured

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The Mountain Press ‹ Monday, April 12, 2010 242 RESTAURANT Team members needed for day or night positions, full or p art-time. Apply in person 8-10 a.m. or 3-5 p.m. at Firehouse Subs, 209 Middle Creek Rd., Sevierville. 245 SALES Now Hiring Sales Associates. Basic computer skills necessary, must be able to work nights and weekends. Apply in person at Sweet Peas in Walden’s Landing, 2530 Parkway in Pigeon Forge. OPC needed – if you’re interested in sales and marketing, want to earn up to $60,000/year and have an outgoing personality call Wayne at 865809-5082. 247 MAINTENANCE Position: Maintenance/Custodian Part Time: 8am-Noon Mon-Fri Mature individual needed for Christian-based ministry. Individual must have knowledge and skills in various maintenance areas. If interested, pick up an application at 509 Park Road, Sevierville, TN between 9am3pm MondayThursday.

Mountain Rentals of Gat. is looking for maintenance personnel, Experienced in all areas of cabin maintenance. Must have dependable truck, valid driver’s license and insurance. Own tools required. Contact Jeff @ 436-9274 ext. 2867. 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.

500 MERCHANDISE

693 ROOMS FOR RENT

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1BD Apartment 710 W. Main St. Sev. About 1/2mile beyond Hardees. No Pets. Call 4532026 or 548-1486

555 GARAGE & YARD SALES Junk Hauling: Property clean-outs. Call for free estimates. Sevier Cleanup. 865-441-2059. 589 FURNITURE

New 4pc. Bedroom Group Dresser, mirror, 4 Drawer chest, headboard. $399 Cagles Furniture and Appliances

453-0727

For Sale

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

DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE

605 BUSINESS RENTALS Office space, retail showroom & warehouse. 1200-6400 SF, Sev. area. Call 865-388-5455.

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

428-5157 599-6215

Seymour, Van Gilder, very nice 3br/2ba w/garage

$900 mo.

800-359-8913 696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

865-933-9775 or visit www.rentalhouseonline.com

PF near Spur 2BR. Deposit. No pets. $550 per mth. 865453-8496

1Bedroom Apt., w/d, stove, refrig. furn. $475/mo., + dep. 865-436-4107 or 436-7379.

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

697 CONDO RENTALS

NICE, CLEAN

Kodak:

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 693 ROOMS FOR RENT

Weekly Rentals

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

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

610 DUPLEX FOR RENT

Sevier County’s Best for 13 years

865-453-4905

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436-4471 or 621-2941

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BOB RENTS 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 698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS

2BR Apartments for Rent $475, $500 & $550 a month. 908-7805 or 3681327.

Boyd’s Creek area.

Apt. for rent $600 mth $600 damage dep.

No pets.

2BR apt $495 mth. Water/sewer incl. Great mtn. views from patio. 9082062

850-5700

CROSSCREEK 2BR/2BA large garden Trolley access $580.00 865-429-2962

Sevierville Town House, 2 large BR, 1.5 BA, covered porch, $

CROSSCREEK TOWNHOME 1BR/1.5BA $495 865-429-4470

865-933-9775 or visit

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FOR RENT-2 BR. 1 BA. Stepless Brick Ranch, PF $500 Dep. $700 Rent, Ref. required, No PETS Call 404392-8659.

Now Leasing, New Apartments in Gatlinburg behind GP High School near trolley stop

GATLINBURG Trolley rt. 1BR, unfurn. No pets. Water inc. 865-621-3015.

2 BR / 1 BA $585/mo. Call (865) 436-3565

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

1 & 2 BR avail. Some Pets OK. $400 UP WATER INCLUDED Murrell Meadows 1/8 mile from Walters State College Allensville Road Walk to lake Reasonable Rates

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2 & 3BR mobile homes for rent Must have refs. Call for info 428-3096 2BR Pigeon Forge. $475 a mth & $475 dep. No Pets. 6541117 or 453-7252 3BR/2BA Single wide trailer. Located on Pittman Center in Sev. No pets. No smoking. $600/mo. incl, water, 1st & last mo. rent req. 865-366-7045. Douglas Lake 2BR Private lot. $550 mth $350 dep. No pets. 865-428-9963

Sevierville 3BR/2BA Garage/basement Swimming Pool

Call 428-5161 Hwy 321 Pittman Center area. 1&2 BR cabin on creek. Fully furnished. Utilities included. $225 & $250 wk. 850-2487

4BR 3.5BA Over 2,000sq ft. With family room. New Center $1,100. 865-654-0222.

3BR/2BA w/garage, + bonus rm in Kodak. $950/mo + dep. 748-2684.. 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. Call Business office:423-246-1500/ day or night House for rent 3BR 2BA 2 miles from PF. Safe, private area. No smoking, no pets. Good refs a must. $800 mth, 1st mth & damage required. 453-2385 Large new 3BR/2BA. Mtn. Meadows. $995/mo. Jackson Real Estate & Auc. 865-397-4214,5484213 or 256-7973. Small 1BD house, great views and location, appl.washer/dryer hookup, water incl. 1 small pet only. Sev. $550mth/$550.dep Call 865-654-0449 after 5pm or leave message. Triplex-main house 2 B/R’s and office, 1400 S.F., private, $750.00 mo., includes water/sewer/cable. Credit/ Ref. required. Bonnie (865)908-6000 HUD PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, family status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination. State laws forbid discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-6699777, The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

710 HOMES FOR SALE

722 BUSINESS BUILDINGS

1.44 ACRES: 1BR, 2BA + extra rm., bsmt., 2 car garage. $110,000. Kathy 621-0450.

Storage Building For Sale,Rent or lease. 3000 sq ft. Low rent. Call for details. 680-5764

Foreclosure Sale, 3 BD / 2 BA House in Kodak Area Appraised Value $240,000 Selling Price $186,500 Call (865) 436-3565

2.80 Acres: 2BR/1BA brick/vinyl home. Bsmt., 2 car garage. $136,900. Kathy 621-0450. 3BR/1.5BA, Boyds Crk App. 1900 SF, 1 ac. $219,000. 225647-7355. 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 LEASE PURCHASE: 3BR custom built, acre corner lot. 2car garage, 14x30 screen porch. $2000/mo. Call 865-607-4792. 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. New home for sale. Landmark Point Sub. 1511 Landmark Blvd, lot 50 (look at ForSaleByOwner.c om). 276-669-2088 or 865-803-9441

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

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

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

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

850-2483

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

16x80 above average. 3BR/2BA. On lot in Sev. $26,000. Call 865-898-6565.

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

865-453-0086 1st TIME BUYERS New Singlewides Low Down Payment Cheap Monthly Payment Credit Hotline 865-453-0086 831 MOBILE HOME PARK LOTS

RV and Camp Sites

Indian Camp Creek Monthly or Yearly Utilities & wiďŹ Bathhouse & Laundromat Near the Park 850-2487 837 CAMPER SALES 2006 Keystone Zepplin II, Self-contained Sleeps 8. $12,000. 865-680-9272. 838 CAMPER RENTALS

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

943 AUTOMOBILE SALES 06 Chevy Cobalt SS Supercharged, loaded.black. New tires $10,350obo Must Sell! Call 556-6580 945 TRUCK SALES

1965 Chevy Pickup Excellent shape Set up to vend produce. Has that certain look. V8 auto. $5500 865-7194605

99 Dodge Ram $1500 as is. Call 9083605. 949 AUTOS & TRUCKS WANTED

Turn your junk cars & trucks into cash. 908-6207

FARM

POPULAR EAST TENNESSEE LOCATION

197 ACRE BEAUTIFUL FARM

THE OLD R. B. GREENE FARM NEAR I-81 EXIT 4 IN WHITE PINE, TN. JUST SOUTH OF MORRISTOWN NICE TRACTORS & TOP QUALITY FARM EQUIPMENT FROM RICHARD TALLEY FARMS

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Gatlinburg Rooms for Rent

865-933-9775 or visit

www.rentalhouseonline.com

2BR/1.5BA

ROOMS FOR RENT Weekly Low Rates $110.00 + tax 436-5179 Greystone Rentals Red Carpet Inn 349 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN

$1550 mo.

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

Murrell Meadows 2BR/1BA w/d hkps. Some pets ok! $455 865-429-2962

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

500.00 mo.

429-2962

NICE, CLEAN IN KODAK

near trolley stop

Includes All Utilities.

Retail shops in The Village shopping center downtown Gatlinburg. 865-4363995 or 803-5950

Pigeon Forge

Convenient Location! 411 South, left on Robert Henderson Rd., 1/4 mil on right at Riverwalk Apts.

699 HOME RENTALS

428 Park Rd.

1 BR / 1 BA IN SEVIERVILLE $380.00 + DEPOSIT NO PETS 865-712-5238

Family Inns West

10X10 or 10X20 SELF STORAGE

699 HOME RENTALS

453-0727

$169.77+

356 STORAGE BUILDINGS

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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The Mountain Press ◆ Monday, April 12, 2010 Close to Home

Advice

Wife likes that husband exercising; not sure about how he goes about it

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Baby Blues

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Dear Annie: My husband, “Joe,” turned 40 last summer. His cholesterol, blood pressure and weight are higher than they should be, and his doctor suggested he lose 20 pounds. I try to feed him well, but I know he stops for the occasional doughnut. Joe has never been much into exercise, but I gave him a rather expensive multifunction machine for Christmas and installed it in the family room so he could watch the big-screen TV while working out. He gave me a reluctant 10 minutes a day on his new “toy.” When he complained that his jeans were too tight, I made a note to buy him some loose workout clothes. When he continued to mutter about having “nothing to wear,” I frustratingly retorted that he could exercise naked for all I cared. Before I realized it, he did just that — on the machine in his birthday suit and gym shoes. And he exercised for another 30 minutes. He’s now using the machine, stark naked, each day for 45 minutes without any prodding, and he’s lost some weight. I think part of it is that our 12-year-old daughter has begun to “coach” his sessions, counting his reps and urging him on. Annie, we’re not prudes. Our daughter has seen both her parents naked and insists it doesn’t bother her to watch Dad exercise in the buff. In fact, they joke about it. She started calling him a “Greek athlete.” Joe does have Greek ancestry, and he now insists the Greeks had it right and has no intention of dressing. I’m torn. If I make him wear clothes, I worry he’ll stop exercising. Is naked

exercise common? Is it dangerous? Is he some sort of closet pervert? Would some busybody consider this child abuse and have him arrested? — Confused in Illinois Dear Confused: Exercising in the nude is not that uncommon and shouldn’t be dangerous unless sensitive body parts are in close proximity to dropped weights or snapped pulleys. We can’t tell you whether Joe is overly enjoying his daughter’s assistance with his workout. We are not in favor of it and would insist he wear shorts. But nudity within one’s own home is not considered child abuse or indecent exposure. If you are worried about the neighbors, keep the blinds closed. Dear Annie: My husband and I currently have custody of my 8-year-old grandson, who has a mild form of autism and mental issues. My father tells me all the time what a wonderful job my husband does with him. Why can’t he just tell him himself? What should I do? — Frustrated Grandmother Dear Frustrated: Parents and in-laws often feel awkward complimenting a child to his face, and we suspect that’s why your father says these things to you instead. You can sweetly suggest he give the direct approach a try, but please don’t make a big deal out of it. And by all means, tell your husband how much his father-in-law admires him. He should

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Barney Google and Snuffy Smith

For Better Or Worse

Tina’s Groove

know. Dear Annie: I was happy that “A Mom in Murrieta” pointed out that parenting is different from babysitting. I am a happily married father of three. My wife enjoys nights out with her girlfriends, and I enjoy nights out with my guy friends. I am offended when someone praises me for “babysitting” my own children so my wife can go out for the evening. I am not their babysitter. I am their dad. No one ever thanks a woman for “babysitting” her children so her husband can enjoy a night out. Many people misinterpret men spending time with their kids as babysitting, and you didn’t help matters. — Love My Kids in South Dakota Dear South Dakota: What we have here is a failure to communicate. We are using the word “babysit” to mean “take care of the children.” (Many readers mistakenly believe it refers solely to a paid position held by teenagers.) Just as we would expect a husband to ask his wife to please watch the kids before running out of the house, we expect his wife to do the same. 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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