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Belle-Bilbo deal in offing Developer goes to commission for help in gaining bonds
5Lady Tigers clawing for a win Makenzie Oliver tries for a double play against a tough Gibbs squad
By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer
Sports, Page A8
Photos by Curt Habraken/The Mountain Press
5Shooting at Knox hospital Gunman kills one, hurts two before committing suicide STATE, Page A6
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Earth Day celebration Annual Gatlinburg festival today 3-7 p.m. at Mynatt Park Page A10
Weather Today Showers likely High: 63°
Tonight Mostly cloudy Low: 42° DETAILS, Page A6
Obituaries Howard Hill, 84 “Jim” Ferrenberg, 90 Joseph McMahan, 49 Nellie Gibson, 76 Robert Wise, 72 Henry Hass, 86 DETAILS, Page A4
Index Local & State . . . . A1-A6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . A3 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . A8, A9 Money . . . . . . . . . . . A10 Advice . . . . . . . . . . . A14 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . A14 Classifieds . . . . . A10-A13
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A prayer gathering circles the courthouse before the County Commission meeting Monday evening.
Prayer rally draws hundreds By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — It was an impromptu congregation that joined hands Monday evening, encircling the entire courthouse square in a ring of prayer that broke out in revival as the evening drew on. The gathering, which organizers estimated numbered more than 1,000, was intent not just on showing support for the continued practice of saying the Lord’s Prayer at County Commission meetings, but also on asking for divine guidance and strength for local officials. “We’re not trying to shove religion down anyone’s throat. We’re not trying to impose on anyone. We’re not trying to pass a law. We’re just here to pray,” organizer Tony Sutton told the crowd over a borrowed, handheld loudspeaker, drawing cheers and applause. “We’re here to show our support for what we believe in.” As Gum Stand Baptist Church Pastor Ron Reagan offered supplications over the microphone from a perch on a porch on the east side of the courthouse, his voice was drowned out by hundreds throughout the crowd who spoke, and even shouted in some cases, See RALLY, Page A5
Hatch Act lawsuit suffers a setback Special counsel letter may clear county employees By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer A group that filed a lawsuit seeking to have several county office candidates removed from the ballot and even from their jobs seems to have been dealt a blow recently, with the U.S. Office of Special Counsel issuing letters to several of those named in the case letting them know they’re in complete compliance with the law. It’s unclear exactly how many of
the defendants named in the suit, which claims the contenders are in violation of the federal Hatch Act by running for office while holding a county job, received the letter as calls to the special counsel’s office went unreturned Monday. However, six of them confirmed Monday they did. Despite that opinion from the government’s own attorney charged with interpreting the law, Knoxville attorney Herb Moncier said the lawsuit will likely still go on. “I’m not very familiar with that office you mentioned,” Moncier told The Mountain Press. “It’s not unusual to have various attorneys with differences of opinions. And
their opinions are like my opinions – they’re often found to be incorrect.” The suit contends that 15 candidates — the county mayor and 14 in commission races — hold county jobs and should be disqualified from seeking office, in addition to being fired. Another candidate who owns a private construction business was also named in the suit, with the group pushing to have him kicked off the ballot because they believe he works on county contracts. It appears a total of 13 commission candidates hold county posts, See LAWSUIT, Page A10
PIGEON FORGE — It appears the deal to secure a new future for Belle Island Village, the commercial and lodging development in Pigeon Forge, may be just days away, with a new development group — led by the man who was in charge of the project when it went bankrupt last year — asking the county to help them secure up to $70 million in bonds. On the application for that money, for which the county would serve as issuer but would bear no responsibility, is the name of Glen Bilbo, the man who was at the helm of the project until it went bust early last year. Bilbo faulted the recession and failure of some key lending institutions for ruining the financing situation and stalling the effort. Bilbo was at the County Commission’s meeting Monday evening as he pushed his request that the county declare itself a federal recovery zone, a designation that will mean it can apply for bond funds under the stimulus act passed last year. “We’re looking forward to finalizing this contract and moving ahead with the development of Belle Island Village,” Bilbo told the group. Bilbo is part of a company called Southern Destinations LLC, which he said has the property in the middle of the Little Pigeon River under contract. While the name sounds fairly similar to that of Southern Venue Development group that started the project, it’s not clear if the two share any connection beyond Bilbo or who else is involved in the investment cooperative. Bilbo wouldn’t divulge much about who is involved in the negotiations or any specifics about the contract. He did say Tennessee Development Partners and several other companies previously reported to be involved in the effort to revive Belle Island are part of what he called a “large group that’s See BELLE, Page A5
MLK event organizer loses ‘valiant’ fight with cancer Civic leader McMahan was 49 By STAN VOIT Editor It was in 2005, and Joseph McMahan and his wife Phyllis were on their way back to their Sevierville home after attending a Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration in nearby Jefferson County. “Why,” McMahan said to his wife, “can’t we have a celebration like that in our hometown?” In January 2006, the first Martin Luther King Day celebration in Sevier County was held, and McMahan organized it, got local officials involved and led the procession. Illness curtailed his involvement after that, and on Saturday
he lost his long battle with a brain tumor. He was 49. “He worked so very hard at getting the MLK celebration established,” General Sessions Court Judge Dwight Stokes, chairman of the local event committee, said of McMahan. “The passing of Joe McMahan is a great loss for the entire Sevier County community.” Jamesena Miller, who served on the MLK committee with McMahan and was a member with him at Boyds Creek Church of God, said McMahan’s determination to start an MLK observance in Sevier County grew in part out of his involvement with Leadership Sevier. File photo Curt Habraken/The Mountain Press Miller is a Leadership board member Joseph McMahan walks down Bruce Street during the first Martin Luther King Day celebration See Mcmahan, Page A5 in 2006.
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Commission candidates respond to questions EDITOR’S NOTE: This is another in a series on candidates for the Sevier County Commission. These are candidates for District 6, Seat A. The same set of questions was sent by The Mountain Press to all candidates in contested races in the May 4 primary. Answers are published in their entirety. District 6 includes the Seymour area.
Greg Haggard
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Address: 122 Fallen Oak Circle, Seymour n Age: 50 n Occupation: Educator — assistant principal, Seymour High School n Family: Wife of 28 years 6th District, Seat A Kimberly 1. What do you think Rogers the biggest issues fac- Haggard; ing the county will be two sons, in the next four years? Logan and Haggard GREG HAGGARD: I Kameron
believe the biggest issues facing the county over the next four years are infrastructure and growth. With so many looking to relocate in Sevier County, we will have to maintain our road systems. With growth comes opportunities to keep and supply quality education to our students. We also must maintain the integrity of the rules set forth in our planning commission and building codes. JOE KARL: Economy and exactly how we to deal with it will take center stage for the next four years. Decisions made during this period will have long lasting historic economic relevance. The makeup of the commissioners will determine the counties future health and welfare. Commissioners during this period, more so than any other period, will need to have successfully established experience in dealing with finances outside of their own families to effectively be able to make the correct decisions for the many upcoming difficult issues regarding the county’s continued prosperity. BILL OAKES: With the economic situation in our country, state and county, budget needs will continue to be a pressing issue. Safety, education and employment are vital issues that are important to our county. Infrastructure needs such as roads, buildings, water, solid waste, etc., are issues that have to be addressed within a growing community. Since tourism is a substantial part of Sevier County’s economy, we must make sure that services are available to continue tourism growth in a responsible manner. 2. Do you support purchasing more industrial property, even in a slow economy? GREG HAGGARD: If purchasing more industrial property means more job opportunities for the people of Sevier County, then the answer is yes. JOE KARL: Purchasing additional industrial property at this time depends largely upon the direction Sevier County wants or needs to take. Based upon the past history of the amount of funds the county has invested in property and the acquisition of new industry has not been very productive. Even though the investment in land at this time seems favorable, I would use county funds
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Address: P.O. Box 1228, Seymour n Age: 60 n Occupation: Publisher n Family: Wife Michele; children Matt, 18, and Angela, 15 n Education: Seattle College, plus a variety of certifications Karl n Community/civic involvement: President of Knoxville Citizens Police Academy, Federal Bureau of Investigation Citizens Academy Alumni, president of Seymour Business Association, member of C.R.O.S.S Ministries, advisor and member to several organizations n
Education: 1977 graduate Seymour High School; 1981 B.S. in business administration from University of Tennessee; 1988 M.S. in educational administration from ETSU; 1997 Ed.S. in supervision/administration from Lincoln Memorial University n Community/civic involvement: Member Seymour First Baptist Church and its Praise Team; member Pigeon Forge Community Chorus; trustee Chilhowee Cemetery; member Tennessee MRC Support n
in other directions where the return would be greater. Businesses can and will build, at their own expense in areas where there is an abundance of skilled workforce and a positive family atmosphere. BILL OAKES: No, we do not. Our present industrial parks are not full. We do, however, need to look at industry on an individual basis when we consider industry locations and employment possibilities. I believe that the county has an obligation to residential taxpayers. Industrial development must not be done at the expense of property owners with a devaluation of their property and a change in their residential lifestyle. 3. What do you think Sevier County should do to give itself a more year-round economy? GREG HAGGARD: I believe Sevier County has done a pretty good job over the years. Keep promoting tourism, work with the developers bringing jobs to the county, (such as Dumplin Creek and NOC Great Outpost), and work harder to maintain the natural beauty that attracts people to our area. JOE KARL: Having a year-round-economy is like forcing a round peg in a square hole. Some things are not meant to be. Farmers, bankers, economists and many others are keenly aware of cycles in all aspects of business. Many have -tried it and
failed in this market. The costs far outweigh the benefits. Our cities and counties and even businesses can use the downtime for upgrading, improving and enhancing what they already have. Neither I nor any of the hundreds of businesses in our county have any idea how to create a year-round-economy at this time. BILL OAKES: We need to continue to support the efforts of the tourism industry as they focus on the seasonal aspects of Sevier County. We need to maximize shopping, dining, entertainment and attractions as we invite more visitors to Sevier County. Increased yearround tourists will result in greater uninterrupted employment for service people, such as cooks, housekeepers, clerks, etc. Our small businesses, banks and other support industries can all work together to boost a yearround economy.
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4. Some counties in the state are facing 5. The county has financial challenges a no nepotism policy that may lead to cuts. or a policy that limits What is your assessment of Sevier County’s financial situation? GREG HAGGARD: I believe that Sevier County’s financial situation is sound. We have very astute and competent people working in the financial areas of our government. They are doing a great job. JOE KARL: The financial situation for Sevier County
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county employees from reminds me of the story holding office. Should of Daniel in the Bible. there be a policy that Even though a decree was addresses this issue? issued, he did not comWilliam G. (Bill) GREG HAGGARD: I promise his faith. I believe Oakes believe this is a question we should hold true to our that the people of Sevier faith, no matter the cost. n Address: 165 Vista Lane, County should answer. It is JOE KARL: As unforSeymour their government and they tunate as it may be this n Age: 63 should be able to decide issue has already been n Occupation: Dental serthat issue. settled in other courts. vices JOE KARL: Running We must follow the law. n Family: a transparent county is My recommendation is to Wife Peggy; imperative. Nepotism avoid the lawsuit and go four grown translates to most peo- for a moment of silence. children ple as favoritism. County The only way to correct Chris, employees holding a com- the error, right the wrongs, Patrick, mission seat is viewed as undo the injustices, and Nikki and a conflict of interest. In make things right, is by Mae; seven the beginning, it was more taking back our country. grandchilthan likely difficult to find The only true and correct dren Oakes people to fill the necessary way in which to do that n Educatpositions and as a result, is to follow the law and ion: B.S., several had to wear many elect those that will uphold University of Tennessee hats and perform multi- the constitution and do the n Community/civic ple functions to assist the will of the people. Elected involvement: Member smooth operation of the officials are servants of the Valley Grove Baptist county. However, today people not the other way Church; Advisory Board, with nearly 100,000 resi- around. Getting involved Sevier County Council on dents, there seems to be no in a court battle, might Aging; Advisory Board, Sevier County Educational shortage of qualified and appear to be good, but Foundation; chairman, able individuals ready and prove to be financial irreSevier County Beer Board; willing to run for office. I’m sponsibility. chairman, Governmental in favor of such a policy. BILL OAKES: I believe Operations; Seymour BILL OAKES: I believe that we are a faith-based Volunteer Fire Department; there should be some form community and that the Christmas Outreach of nepotism policy. Sevier use of the Lord’s Prayer (Santa); school volunteer County should consider should continue. My conand supporter qualifications, personal stituents overwhelmingly interests, etc,, when for- support the continuation mulating nepotism guide- of this tradition. They are lines. not willing to compromise their faith and their heriis not as bleak as others in 6. The county may be tage. I stand with them on TN however there is plenty of room for improvement sued and have to spend this issue. according to the Tennessee thousands of dollars to 7. New rules on hillComptroller’s Office. defend the use of the Lord’s Prayer at meetside development Implementation of a central accounting system ings. Is there a way to are about to come would identify and elimi- avoid spending this before the County What nate unauthorized expen- money through com- Commission? ditures of fees and commis- promise or change? See CANDIDATES, Page A3 GREG HAGGARD: This sioners of $115,895 in one department alone or the misplacement of $60,000 in another. Unless it is necessary, the elimination of the use of county vehicles BBQ & Country Cookin operated to and from work and personal use would Now Serving Breakfast save additional thousands Sat. & Sun. 8am-11am. of dollars per year. Making 865-453-5150 a few adjustments would LIVE MUSIC EVERY TUES. THURS. allow us to operate without and SaT. nIGHT aT 6pM. losing staff or services. BILL OAKES: Our financial situation is stable. We are paying our bills and decreasing our debt service while maintaining an A-1 bond rating. Our tax rate continues to be low in Sevier County. We do, however, need to be extremely prudent with spending of taxpayers’ dollars in light of the struggling economy.
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Michigan man charged with vehicular assault Other charges filed; motorcycle driver listed in critical condition at UT Med Center By JEFF FARRELL Staff writer SEVIERVILLE — Police here charged a Michigan man with DUI and vehicular assault after he accused an accident that sent two local people to the hospital Sunday afternoon. Mark Allen Sears, 54, of Albion Mich., was charged with his third count of DUI, two counts of
vehicular assault and driving on a revoked license. He was being held at the Sevier County Jail in lieu of $50,000 bond. Police here say Sears was driving a 1997 Lincoln Towncar when he pulled out from John L. Marshall Road and struck a motorcycle operated by 54-yearold James R. Miller, of Kodak. Miller’s wife, Betty Miller, 58,
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is your take on those rules, and should the county do more or less land-use regulation? GREG HAGGARD: I believe rules are needed for development, especially hillside use. If we as a county are going to maintain the beauty of our mountains, some rules need to be established. The rules need to be fair and apply to all, not just a select few. JOE KARL: Hillside development must be controlled in order to preserve the beauty and integrity of our county. Controlling development is not the same thing as banning development. It is unfair to demand that
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out a license. He was released. u Margaret Ann Fisher, 46, of 4918 Pearl Valley Road in Sevierville, was charged April 18 with driving without a license and financial responsibility law. She was released. u Karin Zuniga Garcia, 21, of 3429 Jill Way in Kodak, was charged April 18 with driving on a suspended license. She was released on $2,500 bond. u Charles Daniel Godfrey, 19, of Burnsville, N.C., was charged April 18 with underage consumption of alcohol. He was released on $500 bond. u Christopher R. Haefs, 26, of 723 Scenic Circle in Seymour, was charged April 19 with theft of property worth $1,000 to $10,000. He was being held in lieu of $2,500 bond. u Jessica Jane Herman, 22, of Lenoir, N.C., was charged April 18 with indecent exposure. She was released on $500 bond. u Donovan Adam Kovach, 36, of 2112 Long Branch in Seymour, was charged April 19 with aggravated domestic assault. He was being held in lieu of $15,000 bond. u John Anthony Lehtco, 38, of 659 Cummings Chapel Road in Sevierville, was charged April 16 with aggravated burglary and theft of property worth $1,000 to $10,000. He was being held. u Eric Wayne Longmire, 22, of Speedwell, Tenn., was charged April 18 with failure to report an acci-
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dent and misdemeanor filing a false report to an officer. He was released on $10,000 bond. u Michael H. McEntire, 21, of Marion, N.C., was charged April 17 with public intoxication. He was released on $250 bond. u Bradley Thomas McGill, 18, of 3154 McGill Road in Sevierville, was charged April 16 with violation of probation. He was being held. u Misael Oviedo, 21, of 655 Hawk Hollow Road in Sevierville, was charged April 17 with criminal trespass. He was being held in lieu of $1,500 bond. u Laura Ann Porter, 42, of 2525 Friarwood Lane in Sevierville, was charged April 19 with violation of probation. She was being held in lieu of $3,500 bond. u Jose Luis Rodriguez, 19, of 234 Sycamore Lane in Gatlinburg, was charged April 17 with possession of drug paraphernalia and a misdemeanor warrant from general sessions court. He was being held. u Oscar Salinas, 20, of 304 Grassy Meadow in Sevierville, was charged April 18 with driving without a license. He was being held. u Mark Allan Sears, 54, of Albion, Mich., was charged April 18 with a third count of DUI, driving while revoked and two counts of vehicular assault. He was being held in lieu of $50,000 bond. u Paul Carl Smith, 45, of 1081 Cove Road in
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property owners refrain from enjoying or developing their properties simply to provide scenery for others who happened to have developed their properties before our current regulations were in place. I believe that any regulation must provide that some reasonable residential or industrial development is always available for the
improvement of the property’s value. Assuming that some fair use and improvement avenue is already available for a hillside property, zoning variances should not be permitted under any but the most unusual circumstances. BILL OAKES: Sevier County has established committees to regulate hillside development. They
have diligently examined the issues and have established solid plans for land use regulations. As development continues, change will possibly come, but for now, I believe we are on the right track.
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ARRESTS Editor’s Note: The following information was taken from the intake reports at the Sevier County Jail. All people listed within this report are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. u Timothy Shaundai Burchfield, 34, of Walland, Tenn., was charged April 17 with driving while revoked and financial responsibility law. He was released on $1,500 bond. u Phillip Allen Bryant, 36, of 823 Amy St. in Seymour, was charged April 17 with theft. He was released. u Carlos Lopez Caldron, 30, of 3105 Clintwood Way Lot 18 in Pigeon forge, was charged April 17 with driving without a license. He was being held in lieu of $5,000 bond. u Sherman Jeffery Condrey, 22, of 1784-4 Myers Road in Sevierville, was charged April 18 with violation of probation and a misdemeanor warrant from general sessions court. He was being held. u Aaron Keith Cook, 18, of Burnsville, N.C., was charged April 18 with underage consumption of alcohol. He was released on $500 bond. u Michael James Cooper, 27, of Bulls Gap, Tenn., was charged April 18 with public intoxication. He was released on $250 bond. u Enoc Bautista Ferrufino, 38, of 441 Mountain View Lane in Pigeon Forge, was charged April 17 with driving with-
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Howard E. Hill
Howard E. Hill, 84 of Naples, Florida and Sevierville, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 14, 2010. He retired from the food industry after 38 years and moved to Florida from Anchorage, Alaska, in 1990. He and his wife JoAnn resided on Marco Island and in 1996 moved to Naples, spending summers in Sevierville, Tennessee. In his lifetime, he served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and was assigned to a Destroyer Escort serving on the Pacific Ocean. He graduated from Ball State University earning BA in education. He began his career in the food business working for several distribution companies. G.M. of Florida RetailOwned Grocers in Tampa, V.P. Allied Grocers of Indiana, CEO of Certco, Inc. in Madison WI, and Executive V.P. of Carr-Gottstein, Inc., Anchorage, AK. Served on the Board of various national food trade associations. He is survived by his wife JoAnn, his children Cindy (Jim) Linzi, Old Town, FL; Linda LaPrees (Gary) Sevierville, TN; Theresa Thompson, Sevierville, TN; Clifford (Annie) Kraemer, Anchorage, AK; Debbi (Bill) Dillon, Indianapolis, IN; Dottie (Denny) Spoonamore, Indianapolis, IN., Matt Hill, Simpsonville, SC, Brad Hill, Sevierville, TN.; sister Linda (Roy) Eberline, 21 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; brother and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son Mike, parents Lucile and Dr. Howard E. Hill, sister Marjorie Longgardner; stepmother Lilah Hill and wives Bobbie and Pat. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2010, at 11 a.m., St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1610 Pullen Road, Sevierville, TN. Celebration of his life will be held at a later date in Naples. He will be greatly missed by all who enjoyed his humor, generosity and kindness toward others. Cremation service by Fuller Funeral Home, 1625 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109. (239) 5921611. For online condolences, please visit the Web site. n www.fullerfuneralhome.com
Robert Walton Wise Robert Walton Wise age 72 of Cosby, Tenn., died April 18, 2010, at LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Rawlings Funeral Home in charge of local arrangements. n www.rawlingsfuneralhome.com
Henry C. Hass Henry C. Hass, 86 of Sevierville, died Monday, April 19, 2010. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Atchley Funeral Home. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com
Retired priest arrested GREENEVILLE (AP) — A retired Roman Catholic priest has been arrested amid an investigation into charges he sexually assaulted a boy from his Kingsport parish more than 30 years ago. The Rev. Bill Casey was detained Monday morning in Greene County on a fugitive from justice warrant. Authorities in McDowell County, N.C., began investigating Casey last fall after an Indiana man said he was molested by Casey in Tennessee and North Carolina during the late 1970s. The man made those accusations public last week. Bishop Richard Stika banned Casey from serving as a priest after he acknowledged the abuse allegations. Stika said there may be other victims.
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Raymond “Jim” Ferrenberg, 90, formely of Gibsonburg, OH, died April 13, 2010 at his home in Fallbrook, CA. He was born May 3, 1919, in Gibsonburg, OH, to Arthur J. and Clara (Hammer) Ferrenberg. He was a graduate of Gibsonburg High School, and served in the U.S. Army during WWII; 33 of those months were served in the South Pacific. He was a life member of the VFW. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he returned to Gibsonburg and worked for Paul’s Plumbing for 43 years, retiring in 1990. In 1994, Jim and his wife moved to Sevierville, TN, and were members of Holy Family Catholic Church, Seymour, TN. Surviving is his wife of 63 years, Norma Jean (Rusher). He is also survived by daughter Judy Ferrenberg, and son James “Bo” Ferrenberg, both of Fallbrook, CA. Three grandchildren survive, Erica (Carlos) Castellanos, Ashley Crook, and Spencer Ferrenberg, and two great grandsons, Gabriel and Julian Castellanos. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters. A private service was held for the immediate family. Memorials may be made to Fallbrook Hospice, 521 E. Elder St. Ste. 208, Fallbrook, CA 92028 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
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Nellie Pauline McCarter Gibson
Nellie Pauline McCarter Gibson, age 76 of Sevierville, passed away Monday, April 19, 2010. She attended the House of Prayer and worked for Gillette Motel for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her parents Virgil McCarter and Iva Ownby McCarter, husband, Eugene Gibson, sons Jerry and Bobby Gibson, daughter-inlaw Genia Gibson, sister and brother-in-law Euna and Newt Floyd, brothers Fred, JC, and Ralph McCarter, and sister-in-law Beulah McCarter. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Jerry Bohanan; grandchildren, Amanda Geleta and husband Marian, Eric Ownby; great-grandchildren, Ivy Gibson, Paulina Geleta; brothers and sisters-in-law, Carl and Lorene McCarter, Xan and Shirley McCarter, Rex McCarter, Blanche McCarter, Geneva McCarter, and Louise McCarter; aunt, Ruth Newcomb; former son-in-law, Rex Ownby; many special nieces and nephews; caregivers, Norma Deets, UT Hospice caregivers, Dr. Bozeman and staff, and the Stewart’s Drug Store staff; and her church family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to benefit the family, c/o Atchley Funeral Home. Funeral service 7 p.m. Tuesday in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Boling officiating. Family and friends will meet 11 a.m. Wednesday in Middle Creek Cemetery for graveside service and interment. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com
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Joseph Paul McMahan
Joseph Paul McMahan, age 49, of Sevierville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, after a courageous battle with illness. A scientist, teacher, community organizer and naval veteran, Joseph was born in Morristown, Tennessee, on August 6, 1960, the oldest child of the late Joseph Lee McMahan and Betty Collins McMahan of Sevierville. Joseph attended Sevier County High School. Having served as a hospital corpsman for the U.S. Navy, Joseph completed his education at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (MSc Entomology/Plant Pathology, 1996; BA Economics/Business, 1991). After working in California as a plant pathologist developing diseaseresistant strains, Joseph returned to Tennessee in 2001 to commence a teaching career. He worked tirelessly to help organize Sevier County’s first parade observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day (2006) before being diagnosed that fall with an extremely rare brain tumor, requiring surgery. Joseph was a member of Boyds Creek Church of God and a former member of Rock of Ages Baptist Church (Morristown). Joe was preceded in death by grandparents Odie and Henrietta McMahan, Paul and Ophelia Collins; father Joseph; and infant sister Ophelia Ann. He leaves to cherish his memory: devoted wife Phyllis McMahan; his loving mother Betty; sons Jermaine Chandler, Isaac McMahan and Joseph Quentin McMahan; granddaughter Zaria Chandler; sisters Lisa Faye McMahan of Knoxville, and Tammy McMahan and brother-inlaw Anthony Allison of Las Vegas, NV; sistersin-law Roslyn Kyle, Breatrice (Dan) Wilkerson of Jefferson City, Tanja Weatherspoon, Carmen Chandler; brothers-in-law Jerry Chandler, Kent (Deanna) Chandler; faithful aunt Lillie in Atlanta, Ga.; uncle Bob and aunt Rosemary of San Jacinto, Calif.; cousins Charles (Diane) Treece of Murfreesboro, Carl (Jackie) Bragg from Morristown; Joseph’s church family at Boyds Creek Church of God, and a host of other relatives and friends around the globe. We will forever miss Joe’s loving heart, deep faith, warm smile, community spirit and his questing, inquisitive scientist’s mind. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” (II Timothy 4:7). The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 22, with a Celebration of Joseph’s life to follow at 7 p.m. in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home, 118 East Main Street, Sevierville, with Elder Zack Flack and Rev. Carl Bragg officiating. Interment will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 23, in New Salem Cemetery, Sevierville, with military honors provided by the American Legion, Post 104. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com
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who nominated him for membership in a class several years ago. “The community has lost a fine young man who worked tirelessly at his church and with the MLK celebration,” Miller said. She said McMahan never missed a Sunday church service unless he was too ill to go. “He always had a smile on his face,” she said, “even though a lot of times he’d probably rather have been home in bed. But he pushed himself on out. He was an inspiration to the people who knew him.” The Sevier County MLK observance has grown to include a walk from the courthouse to First Baptist Church, a program inside the church and a community chorus that rehearses music to perform during the event. “I am very saddened to learn of his death,” Carroll McMahan (no relation), special events coordinator for the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce
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working together to save this project.” The development was set to include a conglomeration of retail and dining establishments, with a hotel located in space above several of those enterprises. Additionally, a racing experience, Knoxville Zoo otter display and the Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum were set to be located on the island, all of it accessible only by pedestrians. Court documents filed several weeks ago in California indicated Regions Bank, which gained possession of most of the 18-acre island in the middle of the Little Pigeon River after it foreclosed on defaulted loans, had reached a deal to sell the property for $19.5 million. A sale was reported to be imminent, though not much else could be learned about the situation. That lack of information remained the norm until Monday, when a legal advertisement ran in The Mountain Press calling a May 4 session of the county’s Industrial Development Board (IDB). The purpose of the meeting, according to the ad, is to hear a request from Southern Destinations LLC for the county’s participation in the $70 million bond issue. According to Ron Sharp, attorney for the IDB, the county would garner no liability from participation in the bond program. “The county would simply be the conduit financier for the project,” Sharp explained. “Neither the county nor the IDB is liable for them. The developer must sell them.” That means the county wouldn’t be forced to pay the bonds if the company defaults, nor would that hurt the county’s credit rating. The deal is similar to one brokered early last year to bring the American headquarters of Lisega Inc. to Sevier County, Sharp said. The move is simply an effort to low-interest money for the project, something made possible thanks to the federal government’s Recovery Zone Bond program, Sevier County Economic Development Council Executive Director Allen Newton said.
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and an MLK committee member, said. “I know he had a long, hard struggle and he put up a valiant fight. He had been such a community-oriented person for such a long time.” McMahan and his family lived in the house on Burden Hill in Sevierville that his grandfather built. While most in his family left Sevier County when they were adults, McMahan stayed here to raise his family, which included a son, Isaac, a Sevier County High senior who earned a football scholarship to college. Stokes said McMahan worked as much as he could with the committee for the 2010 MLK celebration before his condition worsened. “We will definitely honor him with some special recognition for the next celebration,” Stokes said. “He deserves it.” The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, followed by the funeral in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home. For the complete obituary, see Page A4. n svoit@themountainpress.com
“Everybody is really interested in getting the Belle Island project going again,” Newton said. “This is an excellent way to help the developer get this project back on track.” The first step in the county’s being able to secure the federal funds for the developer is naming the area a “recovery zone.” The program itself is “targeted to areas particularly affected by job loss and will help local governments obtain financing for much needed economic development projects, such as public infrastructure development,” according to the U.S. Treasury Department Web site. As much as $10 billion is available for such projects nationwide. Bilbo told the commissioners the project is about 80 percent completed. He defended the estimated $70 million price tag, pointing out that includes the purchase of the property, hiring of 400 workers and completing all the work to get the property ready for the public. It’s unclear what will become of the local contractors who were left holding the bill when Southern Venue went belly-up last year, though. In the end, the commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the recovery zone designation. The next step will be Southern Destinations and the county applying for the bond funding, then, if they’re given it, the company’s selling the financing to the public by the end of the year. n dhodges@themountainpress.com
TV thieves elude police after chase in county By JEFF FARRELL Staff writer GATLINBURG — A group of people allegedly carrying stolen televisions led police on a chase through Sevier County until officers called it off due to the suspects’ dangerous driving. Gatlinburg police learned of the chase when they were contacted after GPS tracking devices implanted in some of the TVs went off, alerting owners they had been stolen.
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their own prayers. “We thank you, Lord, that we live in this country, in this state and in this county,” Reagan intoned. “We thank you that we still have Godly leaders who will stand up for the things they believe in.” Reagan said his, “Amen,” prompting applause that cut the cool evening air and interrupted several who were still vociferously passing up their prayers. The sound of old-time hymns such as “Amazing Grace” and “The Old Rugged Cross” swirled around the old brick building while Sutton celebrated the number that turned out. “I am so tickled,” Sutton said. “This is what we were hoping for. This is what I saw — people circling the courthouse.” After the singing was quieted, Reagan said it would only be appropriate that the assembly end the evening by reciting the very prayer that has landed the county in the middle of the battle. That was far from the topper for the event, though, as the crowd lingered, some of their number continuing with the music while some of the more senior ministers belted out unsolicited sermons to anyone who would listen. Many held their hands aloft as an atmosphere akin to that found in many houses of worship throughout the county any given Sunday morning filled downtown Sevierville. Sutton describes the battle brewing between county leaders and Washingtonbased Americans United for Separation of Church and State (AU) as a fight for the country’s soul. “It’s going to have a national impact,” Sutton said. “This will probably eventually be a national issue. If we can’t beat this thing in the Bible
“They had the tracking device in them and all of a sudden the device came on down on the Spur and we started tracking them,” Chief Randy Brackins said. Officers began searching for the vehicle using the GPS device to keep up with it, and eventually an officer in an unmarked car found the vehicle. When they tried to get the car to pull over, the driver pulled away and began driving dangerously, Brackins said. “Assistant Chief Gary Waldrop was following and he saw they’d
Belt, what hope do they have in the rest of the country?” AU has demanded the commissioners stop opening their meetings with the Lord’s Prayer. Further, the group wants a picture bearing the prayer, the Ten Commandments and a likeness of Jesus removed from the board’s meeting room, which serves as a courtroom most days. Attorneys with the organization insist the practice and the picture are a blatant violation of the Establishment Clause in the First Amendment to the Constitution. That section stipulates government bodies won’t support any one religion over another or prohibit any American citizen from practicing their personal religion freely. County officials have vowed to continue things as they’ve always done them, even promising they’ll fight a lawsuit promised by AU because they believe they’re on solid footing. That prompted folks such as Dixie Goodman to express their support to leaders like County Mayor Larry Waters. “I am so proud of you,” Goodman told Waters during the gathering as she patted his hand. “I hope you’ve seen the letters I wrote to the paper. If you don’t stand up
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gone over the double yellow line and then when they went over a little hill on the wrong side of the road he decided he’d better just back off,” Brackins said. At some point, the people in the car apparently threw out at least some of the televisions they were carrying; police were picking up the televisions Monday afternoon. Police are still investigating the incident, but were not planning to release additional information Monday, Brackins said. n jfarrell@themountainpress.com
for God now, we’re fighting a losing battle. I am honored that there is a man in office here in Sevier County who stands up for his beliefs and mine.” The controversy could almost be custom-ordered for politicians facing tough campaigns in this election year if it weren’t so fraught with the risk that the county might lose the battle. That’s a potential Deborah Stephens isn’t ready to see. “We are a making a declaration to the nation that we support prayer,” said Stephens, a Morristown resident who attends local church Life Changers Fellowship and drove down for the event because she felt it too important to miss. “We believe this nation was founded on God. If we don’t stand up for these rights, they’re being taken away everyday.” As the prayer started and supporters holding signs bearing quotations both from Scripture and American leaders circled around the courthouse porch, Stephens blew a shofar, the ceremonial ram’s horn used by Jewish people to signal the start of
prayers and worship. She said the action was a call for Christians across the country to take up arms in the local battle. “I fail to see anybody coming up to a Muslim as they start to pray and jerking their prayer mat away,” Stephens said. “We believe we should be afforded the same freedom.” As for the commission’s actual meeting, the prayer went forward as usual, though the issue itself wasn’t on the agenda. A couple of those on the board expressed their gratitude for the show by those who back them. “We appreciate your support,” County Mayor Larry Waters said. “It means a graet deal to me personally and to the members of this commission to see the people of Sevier County stand up for what they believe in.” n dhodges@themountainpress.com
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The Gatlinburg City Commission will consider a memorandum of understanding with the National Park Service for mutual aid assistance when it meets at 6 p.m. today in City Hall. The commission also will consider buying equipment for the golf course, renewing its insurance plan and, as the Beer Board, consider a beer permit for the Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games in May. n
Smoky Mountain Young Life will have its annual miniature golf tournament April 27 at NASCAR SpeedPark. Entry fee is $20 for individuals and $75 for fourperson teams. A meal will be served starting at 6:15 p.m., with the golf to begin at 7. Money raised will go to send high school students to summer camp. To enter or for more information call 865-7122929. The rain date is April 29. SEVIERVILLE
Ernest McMahan Road to be closed
The Sevierville Department of Public Works announces the temporary closure of a section of Ernest McMahan Road near Shannon Green subdivision beginning next Monday, as crews replace old drain tile and clean out ditches. The road will be closed near the intersection with Pullen Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through April 30. Traffic will be detoured off Ernest McMahan onto Shannon Circle in Shannon Green subdivision. Motorists can expect delays while work is ongoing. n
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Earth Day activities are set for 3-7 p.m. today at Mynatt Park. sponsored by the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation. There will be crafts, games, food vendors, live local music and more. Persons are asked to bring plastic grocery bags and old cell phones for recycling. Those who attend may bring blankets for use during the music. All activities are free.
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Gunman kills 1, self at Knox hospital KNOXVILLE (AP) — A gunman opened fire outside a hospital Monday, killing a woman and injuring two others before committing suicide, police said. Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen IV said all the victims were female and current or former employees of Parkwest Medical Center. The attack happened about 4:30 p.m. outside the hospital’s discharge area. Police are still trying to determine a motive but don’t believe the shooter worked at the hospital,
Owen said. The names of the victims and suspect weren’t released by police because the families haven’t yet been notified. Police put the hospital on lockdown as SWAT team members searched floor by floor to make sure no one else involved with the attack had made it inside. “The hospital is safe and is being reopened with limitations,” Owen said. Linda Cody, whose father was a patient at the hospital, said she was locked outside while her
sister and mother were stuck in the room with her father as police searched the medical center. She said she had gone outside to smoke a cigarette when she noticed a man lying face down, surrounded by blood, outside the discharge area of the hospital. She said she didn’t know if the man, who wasn’t moving, was dead or alive, but she had learned the victims had been shot in the same area where she normally smoked. “It was scary,” she said. “It kind of gives you the
willies thinking that could have been me five seconds ago.” Cody said she overheard a woman tell police that a gun was underneath the man lying on the ground. Charles Billingsley was taking his sister to a nearby doctor’s office and was outside when he heard the shooting. He wasn’t close enough to see the attack, he said. “I heard five pistol shots, back to back, and then another and then another,” Billingsley said. “I just saw people running from the hospital.”
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The Tennessee Supreme Court on Monday set a Sept. 28 execution date for Gaile Owens, rejecting arguments that her death sentence should be commuted because she was a battered woman. The court wrote in its order that it cannot consider facts outside the court record. However, the court also noted that the governor is not constrained by the same limitations. A request for clemency has already been sent to Gov. Phil Bredesen.
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Scary being parents of teen girls Meghan McCain or Bristol Palin? I’m reading the latest study, hot off the press of the always fascinating National Bureau of Economic Research: “The Effect of Daughters on Partisanship,” by New York University professors Dalton Conley and Emily Rauscher. For Washington conservatives this is an old question with a clear answer: For years, daughters (and wives) of Republican senators tended to be more liberal on social issues. Meghan’s recent very public embrace of gay marriage (which included posing for photos in a campaign implying her own dad is a hater for supporting a state marriage amendment) is an all too familiar public dance. Remember Patti Reagan? A 2008 study actually confirmed that controlling for the total number of children, each additional daughter a congressperson has increases the likelihood that he or she will vote blue. The author attributed this to socialization: Empathy for daughters makes dad more likely to vote liberal. This polite social fiction retains power even though serious research has shown that women are slightly more likely than men to oppose abortion. Conley and Rauscher, to their credit, paused to consider an alternative hypothesis: “Despite existing evidence (and relevant theory) suggesting that additional daughters should lead to more liberal attitudes, there is reason for pause. Conservative policies -- antiabortion, pro-traditional family structure and so on — seem to constrain the freedom of women. So why would parents of daughters want to hem in the life choices of their offspring? ... However, if one takes an evolutionary perspective on parental sexual conflict, the opposite predictions ensue. ... Daughters may elicit grandparental preferences for a world in which male sexuality is constrained and paternal investment in offspring is greater.” In other words, things may work differently outside of Washington. Maybe moms and dads of daughters worry more about the consequences of the sexual revolution. Conley and Rauscher decided to use general survey data to determine the effect that “female biological offspring” (aka “daughters”) have on American parents’ political identification. Their new study suggests that Bristol Palin’s mom may be more typical: The more daughters a person has, the more likely they are to identify as conservative. Call this the Bristol Effect. I picked Bristol Palin for a reason. Bristol’s life story — so far — is the most obvious reason that people who have daughters tend to be more socially conservative: For parents of teenage girls, the sexual revolution is just plain scarier. I admire Bristol Palin’s decision not to run away from her values, but to embrace them and to use her own story as a way to help prevent other girls from ending up young, unwed and pregnant. We live in a society that makes sexual abstinence improbable, and then laughs at those like Bristol who attempt it and fail. Abstaining from sex is not the only strategy a young adult can employ for connecting marriage, responsibility and childbearing. Bristol Palin’s new public service ad for the Candie’s Foundation, “Pause before you play,” leaves the means to the viewer’s imagination and emphasizes the most important reality: Teen sex has consequences. Not only for you but for the young life your bodies may create. A conservative is a liberal who’s been mugged by reality. Or a mother or father who launches a beloved daughter into the sexual minefield that adolescence today has become. — Maggie Gallagher, president of the National Organization for Marriage, is known for her conservative social policy analysis of social trends and conditions. (C)2009 Maggie Gallagher. Distributed by Universal Press Syndicate.
Editorial
A sewer stink
Pigeon Forge commissioner’s sewer request out of line Despite his insistence that he’s not trying to use his public, elective office for personal gain, Pigeon Forge City Commissioner Randal Robinson’s request of the City Commission last week sure gives that appearance. At last week’s meeting, Robinson asked his fellow city commissioners to have the city pay to run a sewer line to his property in the area of West Mill Creek Road. Although Robinson says he made a similar request as much as 20 years ago, to make it now, less than a year after being elected to office, looks bad. One fellow city commissioner called it an “awkward request.” Indeed, it is. Robinson says he was promised sewer service two decades ago when first making the request, He has no current plans to develop the land, he says, but wanted a sense of the City Commission about whether the other four would go along with his request. The cost to run the line would be as much as $31,000. An adjacent proper-
ty owner told the vice mayor he doesn’t want or need the sewer line, despite Robinson’s insistence that the service would benefit more than just his property. Robinson has as much right as any other resident or property owner in Pigeon Forge to see what the city can and will do for him. Members of the City Commission hold part-time positions. They make their living doing something else. They don’t turn over their rights as citizens simply because they got elected. No argument there. The concern, though, is the manner and timing of Robinson’s request. He says he’s been seeking the sewer line extension for 20 years. However, it’s a City Commission decision, and there is no indication he’s appeared before the commission — at least in recent years — to push the matter. The circumstances have changed since his election in May 2009. Robinson is held to a higher standard of conduct because he chose to run and got elected. Simply
the appearance of a conflict of interest must be avoided. Robinson’s request, however innocent and sincere, fails to take into account the ethical standards of public office. If he wants a sewer line run to his property, he can pay for that cost, just like other property owners would be required to do in a similar situation. The rules on annexation have changed as well. Whereas municipalities could annex property decades ago without a plan for providing services, now the law requires such a plan and dates for when those services will be provided. The City Commission was right not to approve Robinson’s request. If the commissioner wants sewer service, there is a way he can get it that doesn’t make it appear he is seeking special consideration. Robinson should always be aware of how things look when he makes a personal request of the very city government over which he now presides.
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Public forum U.S., world must join to stop nuclear threats from Iran
Editor: As President Obama hosted the International Summit to Prevent Nuclear Terrorism, world leaders must work to stop Iran’s nuclear threat. Iran, the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism, arms, funds and trains Hamas, Hezbollah, Islamic Jihad and others who want to destroy Israel and America. April 11 was Yom HaShoah — a day commemorating the Holocaust. Yet little beyond words has been done to stop the threat of Iran — a country whose president has said he wants to “wipe Israel off the map.” We must learn from history. Many world leaders have said the right
things about Iran, but have not yet acted with crippling sanctions. They must enforce existing laws and use strong sanctions to encourage Iranian leaders to stop their nuclear program — or for their citizens to change the regime. Actions the United States could take in cooperation with its international partners: Prevent Iranian gas deals. The U.S. should stop the Islamic Republic’s gas deals with other nations. Now is the time to enact sanctions targeting Iran’s petroleum sector, strictly enforce new and existing sanctions and eliminate loopholes. Sustain American pressure on foreign banks and oil companies. Such efforts already have led major firms worldwide, but much more must be done. Deny shipping insurance. Insurance companies could increase the cost of doing business in or with Iran by reassessing their rates
given Iran’s questionable internal stability. Isolate Iran diplomatically. Countries should recall their ambassadors from Iran, cancel diplomatic relations or insist on discussing Iran’s nuclear program and human rights violations. Additionally, Iranian leaders could be tried for incitement to genocide under the Geneva Conventions. Divestment. Currently, 17 U.S. states have approved divestment legislation to take money away from the mullahs. Bills are pending and active in Connecticut, Alaska and Pennsylvania. Naval blockades. A naval blockade would greatly affect Iran’s economy because of the country’s strong dependence on exports and imports. Ultimately, Iran must not be allowed to get nuclear weapons. Jeffrey L. Adams Sevierville
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■ The Mountain Press ■ A8 ■ Tuesday, April 20, 2010
No answer for powerhouse Gibbs ...
PREP BASEBALL
Bears come from behind, beat Pats SCHS seniors deliver in the clutch By JASON DAVIS Sports Editor
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Pigeon Forge short stop Makenzie Oliver takes a flip from second baseman Danielle Rauhuff and then tries for a double play in the third inning against visiting District 3-AA rival Gibbs. The Lady Eagles were too much for the homestanding Lady Tigers, however, as Pigeon Forge fell by an 11-3 final on Monday night. Oliver and Ashley “Wojo” Wojnowski were 2-for-3, and Annie Vaughan had a double in the loss.
SEVIERVILLE — Trailing 5-1 to district rival Jefferson County heading into the sixth inning at Austin Solomon Cliff Davis Field Monday night, the Sevier County Smoky Bears needed someone to step up. Instead of just one player heeding the call, the whole senior class answered, pushing the Bears (18-8, 8-3 in District 2-AAA) to an improbable 6-5 victory. Senior Zach Flynn led the inning off with his teamleading seventh home run of the season. Senior Charlie Fields then took one for the team, and stole second. After freshman Dillon Cate singled up the middle to put runners on the corners, sophomore Kyle Pope smashed a double down the third base line to move the score to 5-3 with one out. Then another senior made a big play. First baseman Austin Solomon, a lefty, banged a first-pitch double off the right field wall to tie the score at 5-5. Moments later the senior scored when an errant throw from the catcher — attempting to throw him out at third on a steal — was wild, giving SCHS the lead at 6-5. Senior Brandon Houser came in to the pitch the top of the seventh and locked down the win for the Purple and White. “I’m extremely proud of their effort and their neversay-die attitude,” coach Lance Traywick said. “We could have laid down and quit, but the guys stuck with it, stayed together and kept playing for each other. “They were willing to fight to the end and they came up big. Our seniors had some key moments. “It’s going to be interesting to see if we can handle prosperity — if we learned from last week and go to Jefferson County (Tuesday) and get a win.” Charlie Gavaghan earned the win on the mound in relief of starter Dillon Cate, while Houser earned the save. mpsports@themountainpress.com
PREP BASEBALL
Roberts fires shutout, Myers homers, G-P wins 6-0 By JASON DAVIS Sports Editor GATLINBURG — For the first five innings of Gatlinburg-Pittman’s Monday baseball game with Union County, it looked like neither team was ever going to score. With Highlander hurler Daniel Roberts tossing a gem and nothing falling in for the G-P hitters, offense was in short supply. Until a hit batsman, a wellplaced bunt and an error on a fly ball to center gave the Highlanders (8-10, 3-6 in 3-AA) their first run of the game. Then, with runners on the corners, Drew Barton smashed his second double
of the night down the right field line to plate another run and give G-P the 2-0 lead. But the Blue and Gold weren’t done. Sophomore slugger Ryan Myers gave the Highlanders all the cushion they’d possibly need moments later, welcoming in the Union County reliever with a three-run homer — his fourth of the year and second consecutive game with a dinger — to push the lead to 5-0. An RBI later in the inning from Corbin Lamb made it 6-0. The Patriots went down in order in the top of the seventh to seal the Roberts’ shutout and the District 3-AA win for G-P. Freshman shortstop
Boone Bryant had the defensive play of the game for G-P in the top of the fourth. He preserved the Highlander shutout by robbing a sure single off the bat of Union’s Wes Vitas with runner on third to end the threat — thanks in part to a great defensive alignment from G-P coach Henry LaFollette. The win was the thirdstraight for G-P. The Highlanders beat Cosby 5-4 on Friday and then again 15-3 on Saturday. Lamb, a freshman, was 4-for-6 in those games with a pair of RBIs. Myers ended the second on a walk-off homer, as his three-run bomb invoked the mercy rule in the bottom of the fifth inning.
SPORTS TODAY
Orange-and-Black teams sweep SCHS
Regular season n Pigeon Forge hosts A-E (DH) n Seymour at Morristown West Softball
Regular season n G-P at Cosby n Sevier County at Morristown West n Seymour hosts Cocke County n Pigeon Forge at Union Soccer
Regular season n G-P at Fulton n Pigeon Forge hosts Seymour n SCHS hosts Jefferson County Tennis
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Regular season n G-P at SCHS
GatlinburgPittman power threat Ryan Myers smashes a pitch foul during the first inning of play Monday night. The sophomore did deliver later on, however, bashing his fourth homer of the season, a 3-run shot.
PREP TENNIS
Baseball
Regular season n Pigeon Forge hosts A-E n G-P hosts Seymour
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SCHS’s Kassidy Huffaker returns a shot during Monday’s match at Pigeon Forge.
PIGEON FORGE — The Pigeon Forge tennis teams swept visiting county rival Sevier County High School on Monday. The Pigeon Forge boys squeaked a 5-4 decision over the Smoky Bears, while the Lady Tigers dominated action with a 9-0 shutout of the Bearettes. In girls’ play, Rachel Turner, Sunni McCallister, Holly Woods, Cierra Castro, Olivia Frost and Michelle Kelly swept singles action for Pigeon Forge. Turner and McCallister, Woods and Castro, and Frost and Kelly also combined for Lady Tigers doubles wins. In boys’ action, Ben Cave, Evan Huskey and Alex Delozier took singles victories for Pigeon Forge. Gabe Camacho and Cave, and Caleb Ownby and Huskey teamed up to clinch the Tigers team win with doubles triumphs. J.P. Caylor, Cody Givens and Michael Moore all won their singles matches for Sevier County, while Caylor and Givens combined for a Smoky Bears doubles win. Cobey Hitchcock/The Mountain Press Pigeon Forge tennis next hosts District 3-AA rival Austin-East today, while the Lady Tigers’ Holly Woods hits a backSevier County teams host county rival The hand against visiting SCHS on Monday at the Pigeon Forge City Park. King’s Academy today.
Sports â—† A9
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 â—† The Mountain Press PREP SOCCER
Bears go undefeated in Sevier County soccer tourney Tigers, Lions pick up wins, tie each other By JASON DAVIS Sports Editor SEVIERVILLE — The Sevier County Smoky Bears were the only unblemished team this past weekend at the Sevier County Soccer Tournament, as the Bears went 3-0. After a last-second 1-0 win over The King’s Academy Lions to open the tournament Thursday, the Bears kept their shutout streak going Friday and Saturday with a 3-0 win over Clinton and a 4-0 victory over Heritage. Two other county teams,
TKA and Pigeon Forge, tied 2-2 on Friday, while the both teams picked up a big wins over Anderson County on Saturday, TKA 2-0 and Pigeon Forge 4-1. The Tigers tied Clinton on Saturday 2-2. Sevier County coach Bryan Atchley was pleased with his team’s effort throughout the tournament, most specifically the one-sided wins over Clinton and Heritage. “We played really well tonight,� Atchley said Friday following the team’s win over Clinton. “It was probably the best first half that we’ve put together all year. “We really moved the ball well, and possessed it most of the game. They got five shots in the first half, none on goal really, and in the second half they didn’t get any shots — none.
“The defense played really well. It was one of the best team efforts that we’ve had all year, it really looked like a different team.� Freshman Nelson Hernandez scored the team’s first goal of the game about 10 minutes into action on an assist from senior Thomas Garreau. Junior Caleb Knight scored as halftime approached, as Garreau added yet another assist to the scoresheet. Finally Garreau got a goal of his on in the waning moments of the second half to make the final 3-0. “I’m really happy with the way we played,� Atchley said. Saturday it was more of the same for the Bears, as they pummelled the Mountaineers of Heritage 4-0. Hernandez again drew
first blood — this time on an assist from sophomore Erick Flores. Moments later the freshman scored his second goal of the day on a pass from Garreau. By halftime the team had moved ahead 3-0 on a score from Flores. “We had really good first half,� Atchley said. “It was even better (than Friday). We moved (the ball) really well. I was really excited about the way things went today. Everybody got in and played at least five to six minutes, all the reserves and all the freshmen played. It was very good.� The Bears’ fourth goal of the game came in the second half, as freshman Edward Amador scored on an assist from Thomas Garreau and Jeiryn Villalobs. “We were the only team to go undefeated (all week-
end),� Atchley said about the tournament. “We had three games and three shutouts. It was a great job by my defense. Sam Collett, Austin Jenkins, Brandon Tinker, Gabe Punke and Caleb Knight did a real good job this weekend defensively. It was a great job by the defense, and we’re doing a better job of getting the ball on goal.� TKA coach Paul Mobley was pleased that his team (6-2-1) was able to pick up a win Saturday over Anderson County 2-0. “It was sad the way the tournament went overall, in the sense that we gave up goals late in the game the first two games (a 2-2 tie with Pigeon Forge and 1-0 loss to Sevier County), but I was happy we were able to at least win one there in the end.� The Lions had a first half
goal from Jordan Smith (unassisted) and second half goal from Ryan Cha from Jeff Eichinger in the win over the Mavericks. “We had 16 shots on goal and they had eight or nine,� Mobley said. Goalie Matt Ward had six saves. In their tie game with Pigeon Forge, the Lions narrowly missed the upset. Leading 2-1 in stoppage time, the Tigers’ Brian Velaquez netted an equalizer to help PF avoid defeat. Eichinger and Cha scored TKA’s goals, while Miguel Coello scored the first goal for Pigeon Forge. Sevier County will play important district games with Jefferson County on Tuesday and district leader South Doyle on Friday. mpsports@themountainpress.com
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Basketball spaghetti dinner
The SCHS Basketball Booster Club will have a spaghetti dinner and auction at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 24, to acknowledge the team on their winning of the District 2-AAA Championship this past season.
Smoky Bear 5K scheduled
The Smoky Bear 5K run will be Saturday, May 22, at Sevier County High School. The event will begin at 8 a.m. All proceeds will benefit the SCHS girls volleyball and softball teams. For more information, visit www. smokybear5k.com.
New Center football/cheer sign-ups
New Center Football Little League will be having Cheer Practice on April 27, 29 and May 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 from 6pm to 8pm at New Center School. If you have not signed up yet for cheerleading or football, you may do this as well. For more information, call 654-7789.
Parent/baby swim classes
A parent/baby swim class for ages six months to three years will be offered from April 13, through May 4, on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 5:30 p.m. at the Pigeon Forge Community Center. Summer swim lessons will be offered in June and July. Summer swim team competes from June 3, to August 1. For more information, contact Susan Wilkins or Susie Polte of the Aquatics Department at 429-7373, ext. 18.
SCHS basketball camp
Sevier County High basketball coach Ken Wright and staff will be hosting a basketball camp April 23-24 for grades 3-6 at Sevier County High School. For more information call 908-9385.
Gatlinburg Chamber Golf Tourney
The Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation will host their 11th annual golf tournament Thursday, April 29, at the Gatlinburg Golf Course. Registration and lunch will begin at 11 a.m. and the tournament will begin at 1 p.m. with a shotgun start. Register for the tournament at http://gatlinburgtncoc.weblinkconnect. com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail. aspx?EventID=128
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FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Denny Hamlin went ahead in the closing 12-lap shootout for a victory at Texas Motor Speedway on Monday, holding off Jimmie Johnson at the end to win another rain-delayed race. Hamlin won for the second time in three races, both victories coming in races that were postponed by rain before being run on the first day of the week. It was the 10th career victory for Hamlin, who won a Monday race at Martinsville three weeks ago, then had surgery two days after for a torn ACL in his left knee. He ran every lap at California last week, and was still hurting in Texas. “I’m trying to get it straight right now,� said Hamlin, who gingerly climbed out of the car in Victory Lane. “I did it for
the long run. Even though it was going to take some sacrifice, I knew once I came back I was going to be stronger.� Hamlin started 29th and never led until that final run, set up after a spectacular nine-car crash involving polesitter Tony Stewart and Jeff Gordon, who had led a race-high 124 laps and was trying to get back to the front. On the first lap after a restart with 18 laps left — following yellow-flag stops when Stewart was among the drivers who took only two tires and Gordon took four — they ended up three-wide with Gordon in the middle and Johnson on the inside coming out of Turn 4. Stewart got loose in the pack and there was contact with Gordon, who had three-time Texas winner
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Gatlinburg Earth Day celebration is this afternoon at Mynatt Park Submitted report GATLINBURG — The Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation is holding its third annual Earth Day Festival at Mynatt Park from 3-7 p.m. today. TNOC’s Great Outpost and Hilton Garden Inn have partnered to make this event bigger than ever. This year’s festival will feature free crafts and games, local food and baked goods for sale, information on green organizations, and live music from Taylor Brooks, Boogertown Gap, Jeff Bowen and others. Admission is free. Guests are asked to use the recycling containers and bring plastic grocery bags, old cell phones, chargers and batteries, as well as unwanted phone books for recycling. The Earth Day Festival is the first of a week of environmental and community events. Wednesday is the kickoff of the 60th annual Wildflower Pilgrimage and Greener Living Expo at Mills Conference Center; Thursday is Ribfest & Wings on the Parkway. The Chamber is sponsoring green speakers and ven-
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LEGALS IN THE JUVENILE COURT FOR SEVIER COUNTY, TENNESSEE NO. 09-002088 09-002089 09-002090 09-002091 STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN’S SERVICES PETITIONER v. JOSHUA ALLEN Respondent IN THE MATTER OF: BRIAN SMITH d.o.b: 10-8-2002 BRIANNA SMITH d.o.b: 01-03-2000 MARVIN V. SMITH II d.o.b: 12-19-1997 MATTHEW SMITH d.o.b: 9-15-2005 Children Under Eighteen (18) Years of Age ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION
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you do not have duties in connection with a feder3From Page A1 ally funded program; thus, you are not covered by the with at least one of those Hatch Act,” Gogan’s letter receiving no pay through reads. “Accordingly, the his. Three commissioners Hatch Act does not prohibit — Carroll Rauhuff, Tony you from being a candidate Proffitt and David “Buster” for public office in the parNorton — retired from tisan election for County county jobs. Commissioner Commissioner.” None of the candidates Judy Godfrey holds a post as an aide in the library or county officers conat Seymour Middle School, tacted Monday knew how though reports on Sunday many received the letter of absolution, nor indeed indicated she has retired. All the lawsuit’s posi- even how many complaints tions are staked on the were filed with the OSC. federal Hatch Act, legisla- However, Waters said he’s tion approved in the first been informed by the candays of 2009 that prohibits didates that each of those those who work in govern- with school system jobs have ment jobs funded at least been cleared thanks to a proin part by federal money vision in the act that spefrom seeking elected office. cifically exempts educational The case was filed in Sevier institutions. Additionally, Commissioners Fred County Chancery Court. In addition to filing the Atchley and Gary Cole were suit, the group of plain- given the green light because tiffs apparently also sub- their posts with the Sheriff’s mitted complaints to the Department don’t net them Office of Special Counsel pay, Waters said. Cole’s complaint also seeking an opinion on the eligibility of several of apparently centered on the persons named in the his job with the city of legal action to seek office. Gatlinburg’s parking office, It seems that effort might according to Gogan’s letter. not yield much, as most of However, the OSC found those commissioners and there was not sufficient candidates have received federal funding for either letters informing them the the department or Cole’s Hatch Act does not apply salary to warrant disqualification. to them. “I wasn’t concerned The special counsel’s office has been given the about this at all,” Cole said. responsibility of field- “I had read about the Hatch ing complaints about and Act and I knew it didn’t issuing opinions on the apply to me. Anybody who Hatch Act. In the letter to wanted to put effort into it the local folks, two copies could figure out it doesn’t of which were provided apply to me. I have been to The Mountain Press accused of breaking the law on Monday, U.S. Office two times by this group. of Special Counsel (OSC) This is nothing more than a Hatch Act Unit attorney vendetta lawsuit.” Like Waters, Cole said Leslie Gogan absolves the ssis “frivolous” and eighttheLosuit candidates of any W wrongmeant only to “harass” candoing. “OSC concludes that didates.
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Pursuant to T.C.A. § 37-1-121 and § 37-1123, you are hereby summoned to appear on the 12th Day of May, 2010 at 8:30 a.m., and defend the above-entitled action in the Sevier County Juvenile Court, at Sevierville, Tennessee, and answer the Petition for Custody filed by the State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s services, and to serve your answer upon the Petitioner. In case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Petition, which has been filed with the Clerk of the Sevier County Juvenile Court located at the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Street, Sevierville, Tennessee 37862. Since your whereabouts are unknown and the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you, a copy of this summons shall be published in the Mountain Press newspaper for four (4) consecutive weeks. ISSUED this 7th day of April, 2010.
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Clarion Inn Willow River 1990 Winfield Dunn Parkway (Hwy 66) Sevierville. Is now hiring front desk, housekeeping & maintenance staff. Apply in person. Exp. Desk Clerk needed. Apply in person at Colonial House Motel in Pigeon Forge. Front Desk Clerks and Housekeepers. Apply in person at Red Roof Inn, PF. Full time Guest Services position available at Laurel Point Resort, Gat. Benefits incl. Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, 401K avail. 2 wks. vacation after 6 mo. Must be able to work weekends and evenings. Starting at $9/hr. Background and Drug Tests required. Apply in person at 805 Ski Mtn. Rd. or call: 865-436-3472 for more information.
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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 Darren Fowlkes and Jamie Fowlkes, to First American Title Insurance Co., Trustee, on November 1, 2007 at Book 2947, Page 57 conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Registers Office. Owner of Debt: OneWest Bank, FSB The following real estate located in Sevier County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Described property located in the Ninth (9th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee to wit: Lot Number 151 of Section A of the Cherokee Hills Subdivision, Addition Number 3, to the Town of Seymour, County of Sevier, State of Tennessee, as shown on plat duly recorded in Plat Book 21, Page 28, Registers of Deed Office, Sevierville, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby given for a more particular description of said property. Street Address: 614 Devon Street Seymour, TN 37865 Current Owner(s) of Property: Darren Fowlkes and wife Jamie Fowlkes The street address of the above described property is believed to be 614 Devon Street, Seymour, TN 37865, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee Law Office of Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890 File No. 09-019397 April 6, 13 & 20, 2010
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on January 17, 2003, by Robert W. Foster and Brandy L. Foster to Tommy R. Lynch, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book 1605, Page 654, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, Suntrust Mortgage Inc., the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, May 6, 2010, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Situate in the Fourth (4th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of Lot 37 of Shaconage Subdivision as the same appears on a plat of record in Map Book 28, Page 237 in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee to which reference is here made for a more particular description. Being the same property conveyed to Robert W. Foster and wife, Brandy L. Foster by warranty deed of David Thompson and wife, Bulah Thompson dated January 9, 2003 of record in Book 1605, Page 652 in the said Register s Office. Subject to restrictions, reservations and easements of record in Misc. Book 247, Page 99 and amended in Misc. Book 258, Page 158 and Map Book 28, Page 237, in the said Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee. Also subject to any and all applicable restrictions, easements and building setback lines as are shown in the records of the said Registers Office. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2719 Shaconage Trail Sevierville, TN 37876 CURRENT OWNER(S): Robert W Foster and Brandy L Foster The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: SunTrust BAnk OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee c/o rxk Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 File No.: 221.1005691TN
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 Thiphachan S. Harrison and James Murray Wife and Husband, to Dwight B. Grizzell, Trustee, on March 6, 2007 at Book Volume 2766, Page 532 conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Registers Office. Owner of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2007-OPT1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-OPT1 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 Sixteenth (16th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 2, Section 7 of Shagbark Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Map Book 15, Page 42, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a gear spike located within the Right of Way of Clear Fork Road, a corner to Lot 3 and also in the Northwest edge of a 20 foot Right of Way located entirely upon Lot 3; thence leaving the Right of Way of Clear Fork Road and with the line of Lot 3 along the Northwest edge of said 20 foot Right of Way and crossing Clear Fork Creek, South 47 degrees 45 minutes West 305.93 feet to an iron pin in the line of Lot 4; thence leaving the line of Lot 3 and the edge of said 20 foot Right of Way and with the line of Lot 4, North 45 degrees 56 minutes West 155.82 feet to a point within the Right of Way of Sunset Road; thence leaving the line of Lot 4 and within the Right of Way of Sunset Road, North 34 degrees 03 minutes East 112.86 feet to a point and North 08 degrees 16 minutes West 79.51 feet to a point, a corner to Lot 1; thence leaving the Right of Way of Sunset Road and with the line of Lot 1, North 66 degrees 52 minutes East 166.05 feet crossing back over Clear Fork Creek to an iron pin at or immediately adjacent to the Westerly edge of the Right of Way of Clear Fork Road and the Northeast bank of the Creek; thence leaving the line of Lot 1 and the Creek bank and within the Right of Way of Clear Fork Road South 43 degrees 43 minutes East 193.84 to the gear spike at the beginning. Street Address: 3010 North Clear Fork Road Sevierville, TN 37862 Current Owner(s) of Property: Thiphachan S. Harrison, single The street address of the above described property is believed to be 3010 North Clear Fork Road, Sevierville, TN 37862, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee Law Office of Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890 File No. 10-002649
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on A pril 28, 2010 at 12:00PM Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Alysa Mendes and Christian H. Cross, as joint tenants, to C. Dan Scott, Trustee, on July 18, 2006 at Book Volume 2577, Page 571conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Registers Office. Owner of Debt: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the registered holder of Soundview Home Loan Trust 2006-EQ1 AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2006-EQ1 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 Fourteenth (14th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit:Lot 78 of Keenland Farms, as seen on plat of record at Large Map Book 4, Page 35, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which map specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Street Address: 1251 Santa Anita Way Sevierville, TN 37876 Current Owner(s) of Property: Alysa Mendes and Christian H. Cross, as tenants in common with right of survivorship Other interested parties: Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, EquiFirst Corporation, Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. and Keenland Farms Homeowners Association The street address of the above described property is believed to be 1251 Santa Anita Way, Sevierville, TN 37876, 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. 10-002238
April 6, 13 & 20, 2010
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Residential Construction Loan Deed of Trust executed by Prestige Custom Builders, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, and Keith W. Noel, a married person, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated August 23, 2005, and recorded in Book 2324, Page 484, as modified in Book 2986, Page 679 in the RegisterĂs 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 3512, Page 570 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 3rd day of May, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described properties to wit (which are believed to have addresses of M oonshine Way and Moonshine Ridge, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 and Lot 85A Smokey Mountain Retreat, Sevierville, TN 37862): SITUATE in Sevier County, Tennessee, and consisting of two parcels, more particularly described as follows: Parcel One: SITUATE in the Seventeenth (17th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being all of L ots 8, 11 and 12 of Moon Shine Ridge Subdivision as the same appears on a plat of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 39, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for more particular description; and, BEING the same 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, RegisterĂs 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, RegisterĂs 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, RegisterĂs 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. Parcel Two: SITUATE in the First (1st) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being all of L ot 85A of Smokey Mountain Retreat Subdivision, as the same is depicted on a plat of record in Map Book 20, Pages 101-102, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description. BEING the same property conveyed to Keith W. Noel, married, by general warranty deed of Randy Clegg and wife, Darlene Clegg, dated September 2, 2004, of record in Book 2061, Page 136, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. TOGETHER WITH all the undivided interest attaching to Lot 85A to water rights in the well and that portion of Lot 86A on which the well is located as set out in instrument of record in Warranty Deed Book 309, Page 35, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT to an easement retained by grantors (Randy Clegg and wife, Darlene Clegg) over and upon that portion of Lot 85A lying to the northwest of Lot 86A for the purpose of trimming and/or cutting trees in order to maintain an unobstructed view from Lot 86A. Said restriction to run and be binding only if Grantor (Randy Clegg and wife, Darlene Clegg) or their heirs own Lot 86A. SUBJECT to the restriction that nothing may be placed or allowed to grow on that portion of Lot 85A lying to the northwest of Lot 86A that would in any way obstruct the view from Lot 86A. Said restriction to run and be binding only if Grantor (Randy Clegg and wife, Darlene Clegg) or their heirs own Lot 86A. SUBJECT to restrictions that no mobile home, outside toilets, or junkyards are permitted on the premises. 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 13, 19 & 26, 2010
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Sevier County’s Best for 13 years 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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New construction, near hospital & schools. 2BR/2BA, $700/mo 865-963-6146. 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.
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TRUSTEE S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Notice is hereby given that default has been made in the payment of that certain indebtedness (the ĂŹII ndebtednessĂŽ) due from John B. McCowen and wife, Pamela L. McCowen (the ĂŹG G rantorĂŽ) to Citizens National Bank (the ĂŹL L enderĂŽ), secured by a deed of trust executed on the 14th day of December 2007 by John B. McCowen and wife, Pamela L. McCowen to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, recorded in Book 2978, Page 433, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee (the ĂŹD D eed of TrustĂŽ). The Lender, being the true and lawful owner and holder of the Indebtedness, has exercised its option to declare the entire Indebtedness due and payable and has made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust. Therefore, I, the undersigned, acting as Trustee under the authority of the Deed of Trust, will be at the front door (Court Avenue entrance) of the Sevier County Courthouse (125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Sevier County, Tennessee) o n April 27, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. (prevailing Eastern Time) to sell for cash to the highest and best bidder at public auction in bar of and free from all rights of redemption afforded by statute, equitable rights of redemption, exemptions of homestead, rights by virtue of marriage, and all other rights waived by the Deed of Trust, the Real Property (as defined herein). The phrase ĂŹR R eal PropertyĂŽ as used herein shall mean all of the GrantorĂs right, title and interest in and to the following described real property (together with all existing or subsequently erected or affixed improvements and fixtures, all appurtenant easements and rights of way, and other appurtenances) described as follows: SITUATE, LYING, AND BEING in the Fifth (5th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and within the corporate limits of the City of Pigeon Forge and being Lots 4 and 5 of Thurman Heights Estates, Section Two, (a plat being of record in Map Book 7, Page 54), and a portion of the former cul-de-sac of Scenic Loop Road, being bounded on the North by Rauhuff and Ellison, on the East by Lot 3, on the South by Lot 6, and on the West by Lot 7, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING in the Southeast corner of the property hereinafter described at an iron pin a common corner to Lot 3 at the terminus of the right of way of Scenic Loop Road, said point of beginning being located 1,200 feet, more or less, from the point of intersection of Scenic Loop Road with Center Road; THENCE, FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING and with the right of way of Scenic Loop Road South 20 deg 01 min 35 sec West 51.44 feet to an iron pin a common corner to Lot 6; thence leaving Scenic Loop Road and with the line of Lot 6 South 61 deg 58 min 39 sec West 55.00 feet to an iron pin; thence South 85 deg 33 min 39 sec West 100.00 feet to an iron pin in the line of Lot 7; thence leaving the line of Lot 6 and with the line of Lot 7 North 48 deg 38 min 21 sec West 128.01 feet to an iron pin in the line of Rauhuff, thence leaving the line of Lot 7 and with the line of Rauhuff North 30 deg 24 min 09 sec East 87.34 feet to an iroin pin; thence North 43 deg 22 min 39 sec East 88.68 feet to an iron pin; thence North 79 deg 16 min 05 sec East (passing through an iron pin a common corner to Rauhuff and Ellison at 53.00 feet) 75.20 feet to an iron pin; thence continuing with the line of Ellison South 87 deg 07 min 39 sec East 74.26 feet to an iron pin a common corner to Lot 3; thence leaving the line of Ellison and with the line of Lot 3 South 03 deg 17 min 39 sec East 153.00 feet to the point of BEGINNING as shown by the survey of Ronnie L. Sims, RLS dated March 23, 1987, and last revised April 27, 1987. TOGETHER WITH the right in and to the joint use of all subdivision streets as shown on plat of record in Map Book 7, Page 54, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. BEING the same property conveyed to John B. McCowen and wife, Pamela L. McCowen by General Warranty Deed of Tim Lonas, married, dated December 14, 2007, of record in Book 2978 Page 430, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT TO a deed for Sewer Line Easement dated February 17, 1995, from David J. Brown, et ux, to The City of Pigeon Forge, of record in ROW Book 12, Page 782, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT TO the rights of others in and the joint use of that portion of the property underlying subdivision streets depicted on plat of record in Map Book 7, Page 54, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT TO restrictions of record in Warranty Deed Book 144, Page 385, Registers Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. The Real Property address is believed to be 2260 Scenic Loop Road, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. The tax map identification number is believed to be Tax Map 072O, Group B, Ctl Map 072O, Parcel 010.00. The Real Property legal description shall control in the event of any inconsistency among the legal description, address, or tax map identification number. The Real Property is being sold ĂŹAS IS WHERE ISĂŽ without warranty or representation by the Trustee. All rights and equity of redemption, afforded by statute or common law, homestead, dower and all other exemptions are expressly waived by the Debtor in the Deed of Trust and title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Trustee. Title is to be conveyed subject to all prior liens, easements, covenants, conditions, encumbrances, and restrictions that may exist including, without limitation, any unpaid ad valorem taxes or other taxes. Current Owner(s): John B. McCowen and wife, Pamela L. McCowen The proceeds of the sale will be applied in accordance with the terms of the Deed of Trust. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of sale to another day and time certain, without further publication, upon announcement of said adjournment on the day and time and at the place set forth above, and to sell to the second highest bidder (at the second highest bidderĂs highest bid) in the event the highest bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale. This Notice shall be published in The Mountain Press on April 6, 2010; April 13, 2010; and April 20, 2010. T HIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
M. Coppley Vickers, TRUSTEE M. Coppley Vickers & Associates, P.C. P.O. Box 4486 Sevierville, TN 37864-4486 April 6, 13 & 20, 2010
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1954 Chevrolet Trucks. 1, 3100 series. 2, 3600 series. Original trucks. 1, 5 window cab, drivable. $4200 for all. Call 865-5733814.
For Sale or Trade: 1992 Lincoln $800 OBO. Needs a little work. Fair cond. Also, 1985 Ford Ranger 4wd, need transmission work. $600 OBO. Call Betty at 774-1987.
945 TRUCK SALES 1996 Chev 2500 5.7 vortech, 2wd Good cond. inside & out. $2800. 428-4094
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE
WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on January 12, 2006, by Mountain Top Resorts, LLC to Gregory D. Shanks, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Instrument 06002611, (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deed of Trustâ&#x20AC;?); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC; and WHEREAS, Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Owner and Holderâ&#x20AC;?), appointed the undersigned, The Callins Law Firm, LLC, as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, The Callins Law Firm, LLC, Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Tuesday, M ay 18, 2010, commencing at 1 2:00 PMat the Main entrance or hallway of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: TRACT ONE: Situated in district fifteen (15) of sevier county, Tennessee, and being all of lot 49, section 2, of windfall estates, as the same appears on the map dated march 3, 1982, prepared by Ronnie l. sims, rls, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin on the southwestern edge of a 50-foot right of way, said iron pin being the southeastern corner of lot 48 and the northeastern corner of lot 49; thence from said point of beginning and with the common line of lot 48, south 55 deg. 10 min. 28 sec. west, 338.09 feet to an iron pin, a common corner of lots 47, 48, and 49; thence leaving lot 48 and with the line of lot 47, south 23 deg. 29 min. 01 sec. east, 195.00 feet to an iron pin in the line of bonanza subdivision; thence leaving lot 47 and with the line of bonanza subdivision, north 65 deg. 18 min. 05 sec. east, 498.80 feet to an iron pin on the southwestern edge of a 50-foot right of way; thence leaving bonanza subdivision and with the southwestern edge of said right of way, north 42 deg. 07 min. 00 sec. west, 75.86 feet to a point; thence with a curve to the left with r = 166.48, t = 31.75, for an arc distance of 53.32 feet to a point; thence north 64 deg. 34 min. 33 sec. west, 176.82 feet to the point of beginning, containing 2.2889 acres, more or less. Reserved is a 1-foot strip of land on the exterior boundary of the lines adjoining bonanza subdivision. Also conveyed is the right to use the roads, easements, and right of way of windfall estates for the purpose of ingress and egress, as described in an easement agreement dated may 26, 1982, of record in misc. book 83, page 372, in the registers office for sevier county, Tennessee, and is for the purpose of ingress and egress to douglas lake. Tract two: Situated in district fifteen (15) of sevier county, Tennessee, and being all of lots 59 and 60 of windfall estates subdivision, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot 59: beginning at an iron pin on the north right of way line of a 50-foot right of way being located approximately 250 feet west of its intersection with flat creek road; thence with the north right of way of said 50-foot right of way, south 86 deg. 20 min. 23 sec. west, 125 feet to an iron pin, corner to lot 60; thence with the line of lot 60, north 03 deg. 39 min. 37 sec. east, 200 feet to the point f beginning, and containing 0.5739 acres, more or less, according to the survey of Ronnie l. sims. Lot 60: beginning at an iron pin on the north edge of a 50-foot right of way being approximately 375 feet west or its intersection with flat creek road, corner to lot 59; thence with the north right way line, south 86 deg. 20 min. 23 sec. west, 125 feet to an iron pin, corner to lot 61; thence north 03 deg. 39 min. 37 sec. west, 200 feet to an iron pin, corner to lot 59; thence with the line of lot 59, south 3 deg. 39 min. 37 sec. east, 200 feet to the point of beginning, containing 0.5739 acres, more or less, according to the survey of Ronnie l. sims. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MOUNTAIN TOP RESORTS, LLC, BY FIRST TENNESSEE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION BY DEED DATED 12TH DAY OF JANURAY, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 2441, PAGE 800 AND BOOK 2441, PAGE 797; IN THE REGISTERS OFFICE FOR SEVIER COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS CONVEYANCE IS MADE SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE RESTRICTIONS, BUILDING SET-BACK LINES ALL EXISTING EASEMENTS AND RESERVATIONS, AND TO ALL CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THE MAP PREPARED BY RONNIE L. SIMS, RLS, DATED MARCH 3, 1982. Tax ID # 029-015.12
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2713 & 2788 Windfall Estates Drive Sevierville, Tennessee 37876 CURRENT OWNER(S): Mountain Top Resorts, LLC
The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.
SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS:
1.
Buford Atchley d/b/a A&A Construction Removal
2.
Gene Atchley d/b/a Atchley Trucking & Septic Tanks
OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.
The Callins Law Firm, LLC, Substitute Trustee c/o Dionna Squires The Callins Law Firm., 101 Marietta Street, Suite 1030 Atlanta, GA. 30303 â?Ł (404) â?Ł 681-5826 â?Ł
File No.: FT09.03.033 April 20, 27 & May 4, 2010 THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
A14 ◆ Comics Family Circus
The Mountain Press ◆ Tuesday, April 20, 2010 Close to Home
Advice
Woman thinks ex-husband has turned grown children against her
Zits
Blondie
Baby Blues
Beetle Bailey
Dear Annie: When our children were growing up, their father was working, sleeping or playing golf. I was the one who coached their softball teams, went to their sporting and scholastic events and took them to church. After 23 years of marriage, I divorced my husband when I discovered he’d had yet another affair. I’ve never spoken ill of my ex to our daughters. But he was a master manipulator, and our daughters learned from him. A year after our divorce, my oldest daughter stopped speaking to me. She excluded me from her wedding, refuses to let me see her children and didn’t attend her grandfather’s funeral. Even though I have tried diligently to mend the situation, she has not spoken to me in more than 13 years. My next daughter is now following in her footsteps. She claims I treat her son differently than my other grandchildren. She removed all the pictures of me from her home, uninvited me to the boy’s birthday party and repeatedly canceled visits I had scheduled and didn’t bother to tell me until I was already in town. Now she isn’t speaking to me, either, and has totally exiled everyone on my side of the family, the same people who have shown her nothing but love and support. My youngest daughter has three children with three different men, but is getting professional help to straighten out her life. Of course, her father and older sisters have said they hate her and will not give her another chance.
I have six acquaintances whose children have stopped talking to them. What is wrong with these adult children? Is it their generation? -- Grandmother in Kentucky Dear Kentucky: Every generation has complained about the prior one, and each generation has its own set of external problems to deal with. Most adult children do the best they can to treat their families well. But sometimes even the most conscientious and devoted parents can discover that their grown children are not what they expected or hoped for. Our sympathies. Dear Annie: My husband and I have many elderly relatives who live in other states. Due to the costs of airline tickets, hotel rooms and car rentals, we don’t visit often. However, when one of them passes on, my husband is the first to jump on a plane to attend the funeral. I think it would be better to skip the funeral and visit while they are alive. Please settle this for us. -- Now or Later Dear Now: We are in favor of visiting relatives while they can appreciate it, but we know that not showing up for a funeral can create ill-will with the remaining family. If that’s an issue for you and money is tight, you can compromise. You visit the relatives now, and your husband can attend the funerals later.
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Barney Google and Snuffy Smith
For Better Or Worse
Tina’s Groove
Dear Annie: My heart goes out to “Son of a Portly Dad.” I, too, was way past obese at 426 pounds. I’d been retired for four years and never left the house until my wife got me to join a gym, see a personal trainer and completely change my diet. Along with my wife’s help and support, we were both able to lose weight and become more physically fit. After only 18 months, I’ve lost 152 pounds and my wife has lost more than 50. I went from three minutes on the elliptical trainer to 90. If I can do it, anyone can. It will take a commitment from Mom and support from the siblings. They all must set good examples and not tempt Dad with unhealthy food. I wish him luck. -- Been There in Kentucky Dear Kentucky: Thanks for your words of encouragement. The difference, of course, is that you were motivated to lose weight and willing to do the necessary work to get there. We hope “Son” can convince his father that he can 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.