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The Mountain Press ■ Sevier County’s Daily Newspaper ■ Vol. 26, No. 178 ■ June 27, 2010 ■ www.themountainpress.com ■ $1.25

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News mixed for golf course

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Early finish expected, but project over budget by about $6 million By JEFF FARRELL Staff writer

5Wild ride is over Ghana puts U.S. out of race for World Cup Sports, Page A8

SEVIERVILLE — The good news on Eagle’s Landing Golf Course: The new holes and clubhouse could be finished within a few months. The bad news: The total cost will be about $6 million higher than budgeted.

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Public Building Authority continued their discussions of the matter last week. “Approximately 90 days from (Tuesday), the golf course could be ready for play, weather providing,” said Gary Luscomb of the William Charles Group, which is overseeing the expansion of the

municipal golf course. “We’re looking at October sometime for a realistic opening.” That’s about a year earlier than anticipated, said City Administrator Steve Hendrix. The new clubhouse is completed except for some final reviews, meaning all the long-awaited refurbishments to the golf course could be finished this year. The work is part of the city’s massive Central Business Improvement District project, which also includes the Events Center, improvements to many city roads and other work. Funding

comes from about $200 million worth of bonds made available when the city qualified for the CBID project under state law. The bond is to be repaid using sales tax revenues from within the district, including revenues that would otherwise go to the state and county. To qualify for creating a CBID, a city must plan a public facility like the Events Center. The expansion of the golf course is intended to add another attraction to the area around the Events Center, See Course, Page A3

Somebody’s gotta do it

Meet the people who aren’t afraid to do the dirty work 5International exchange Ukrainian acrobats settling in at Dollywood Mountain Life, Page B1

State

Grim prediction for New Madrid Study paints ugly picture of quake scenario Page A2

Weather Today Sunny and hot High: 93°

Tonight Mostly cloudy Low: 73° DETAILS, Page A6

Obituaries Manda J. Ivey, 84 Robert McGill, 63 Mattie S. Murrell, 97 James Webb, 75 Jean Williams, 83 DETAILS, Page A4

Index Local & State . . . . . A1-6 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . A8-12 Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . A3 Classifieds . . . . . . . . B5-6

Corrections The Mountain Press is committed to accuracy. Please report factual errors by calling 428-0748 Ext. 214.

Landfill not so smelly to Garrett By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer PIGEON FORGE — An odor of almost incomprehensible strength fills the massive fabric-covered expanse on Ridge Road, sitting so heavy in the air on these hot summer days that one can almost feel it settling on the skin. Some might describe it as old milk and last week’s tuna casserole, with just a hint of the packages local dogs and cats left behind for their owners to collect. It’s a smell that in past years was known to spread from the Sevier County Composting Plant all the way to Middle Creek Road and the Parkway. It’s also one J.D. Garrett insists he hasn’t noticed in more than eight years. Garrett’s official title is tipping floor operator, though that seems to obscure the reality of the situation. He spends his

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J.D. Garrett drops a load of household trash destined for the digester at the compost plant. Garrett operates a front loader on the tipping floor, where garbage trucks unload their trucks.

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to dump it into a hole where a ram Phil King surprised by pushes it animals and humans as back into animal control officer. what’s called Page A5 a digester. That unit days using a hulking, yellow tumbles Garrett front-end loader first to pile the trash in up the material brought a rotating bin for several in by garbage trucks from days, using both gravity and all over the county, then bacteria to break the waste

down until it comes out the other end as compost. Garrett took the post about eight years ago, coming from what seems likely to have been a cleaner job of working in a local nursing home. When he had trouble making ends meet, he decided it might be time for a change. “When I had to take a part-time job after my full-

time job to pay the bills, I knew I needed a new job,” Garrett explains. “At the time I had a brother-in-law who worked here.” Garrett believes he got over the smell during something of a baptism by fire in his first days on the job at what’s believed to be the nation’s largest compost See Garrett, Page A4

‘No two days alike’ for pest control workers By ELLEN BROWN Staff Writer There’s a sense of adventure for someone who works in the pest control agency — just ask Barry Harveston, service manager for Sevierville’s Johnson Pest Control. “No two days are alike,” said Harveston, who has been with the company for more than two years. “When you visit a house, you don’t ever know what’s going to be waiting for you on the other side of that door.” Harveston became a “bug doctor” after working with UPS for 25 years. It’s not a typical job, but it seems to suit the Mississippi native. “My mom said I was always running around and catching bugs.” When he comes to rid your house of those pesky pests, he comes prepared. He brings protective equipment, See Pests, Page A4

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Barry Harveston, a service manager with Johnson Pest Control, maneuvers in a crawl space looking for signs of termites.

Ramey important part of show for Dixie Stampede By BOB MAYES Managing Editor

The 51-year-old Ramey is a stable hand — perhaps the top stable hand — at Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede. Up to 10 hours a day, PIGEON FORGE — Show biz can be glamor- five days a week, it is Ramey’s job to care for a half-dozen of the 46 horses that rotate in and ous and it can stink. Randy Ramey’s in show biz and his job falls out of the show. That means that in addition to bathing and on the latter end of the spectrum, far from having his name in lights, being in the spotlight or cleaning hooves, he also has to do his share of shoveling horse poo in the area in front known wearing fancy costumes. as the horse walk. Not that he’s complaining.

“I knew pretty much what I was getting when I took the job,” the 51-year-old said. “I thought it would be a little bit rough as far as odor, but it really isn’t.” Raised in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Ramey and his parents operated a ranch in southwestern Colorado that included many horses. Looking for something different 13 years ago, he came See Ramey, Page A3

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Commission to rule on zipline attraction SEVIERVILLE — County officials are set to consider a plan to build a zipline attraction off Allensville Road that Sevierville officials gave a thumbs-down to on fears the one-lane road leading to it can’t handle traffic from such a development. On the agenda for the County Commission’s meeting at 7 p.m. Monday in the courthouse is a rezoning request for property on Guffy Hollow Road that the potential new owners hope will be moved from R-1 (rural residential) to C-1 (rural commercial).

They intend to construct what they’re calling Smoky Mountain Family Adventures, an outdoor activity center that would apparently include ziplines. That plan may be thwarted if the county leaders follow the Sevierville Planning Commission’s advice, which calls for rejecting the rezoning petition. Members of that body worried narrow Guffy Hollow wouldn’t be able to handle the traffic produced by a commercial development. “I’ve been up there myself and it’s just a little one-lane road,� Sevierville Alderman Jerry Loveday said during the group’s recent discussion of the request. “You can’t

Study paints grim New Madrid quake scenario es on Missouri, Arkansas and Tennessee, where the New Madrid seismic zone lies deep underground, as well as Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Indiana and Alabama. The fault zone has a long history of big earthquakes, including four in 1811 and 1812 estimated to have been magnitude 7.0 or greater. The region was sparsely populated but the quake caused land slides and waves on the Mississippi that swamped boats; it also opened deep fissures in the ground. The shaking was felt as far away as New England. The Illinois study assumed a magnitude-7.7 quake based on recommendations from the U.S. Geological Survey, Elnashai said. About 7.2 million people wouldn’t be able to live in their homes, at least not within a few days after the initial quake, and 2 million would temporary shelter. “Many, many, many — maybe 80 percent — of the numbers you are seeing in the report would turn into long-term dislocation,� Elnashai said. The study also concluded that nearly 715,000 buildings would be damaged and 2.6 million households would be without electricity. The study predicts extensive damage in both St. Louis and Memphis, Tenn., the two largest cities near the fault zone. “There are also disruptions of the transport system that we think will be debilitating,� he said. “(State and local governments) will need to fix and repair lots of bridges, more than we’re ready to handle.� For Tickets

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Also on the agenda for Monday’s meeting is: n A rezoning request for property in the 1400 block of Avenue A from R-1 to C-1 from Floyd Christian and Travis McCroskey for storage n Consideration of budget amendments for several county departments n A resolution to approve annual lease agreements n Adopting a continuing budget and tax rate for the 2010-11 fiscal year beginning July 1 n A resolution affirming compliance with the federal Title VI regulations n A resolution for the approv-

al of a marketing contract with USDM.net n A resolution for the approval of a five-year strategic plan for the Sevier County Economic Development Council n Appointing members to the Sevier County Public Library Board n A resolution regarding Sevier County’s participation in the Crime Victim Assistance Fund n A resolution regarding the school system’s application for 2010 Qualified School Construction Bonds. n dhodges@themountainpress.com

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — The New Madrid seismic zone is capable of producing a massive earthquake that could devastate parts of the central United States, according to a study publicly released this week by the University of Illinois. A 7.7-magnitude temblor, the study said, could leave 3,500 people dead, more than 80,000 injured and more than 7 million homeless. In all, the study commissioned by the Federal Emergency Management Agency said the immediate economic impact would be $300 million. The study also concluded that authorities, utilities and others in eight central and southeastern states that would most likely be affected are, in many cases, ill-prepared for the aftermath. Providing shelter for the homeless, repairing and retrofitting bridges, and more would be difficult with a transportation network that would likely be heavily damaged. “I think everybody knows, as we saw things unfolding (in the study), that there are significant gaps in the preparedness for this type of earthquake,� the study’s lead author, University of Illinois professor Amr Elnashai said Friday. “FEMA will have a very clear idea of what is missing, and hopefully they will have some type to fill some gaps.� FEMA is working toward holding a national-level disaster drill next year that simulates a big New Madrid quake. “This comprehensive study has not only assisted in our planning and preparedness efforts, but should serve as a reminder to the public that disaster can strike at any time, and we all need to be prepared,� FEMA spokesman Bradley Carroll said in a statement. The study — completed late last year and turned over to FEMA but only just publicly released — focus-

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Community Calendar Editor’s Note: The community calendar is printed as space permits. Items must be submitted at least five days in advance. Only noncommercial, public events held in Sevier County will be considered. To place an item phone 428-0748, ext. 214, or e-mail to editor@ themountainpress.com. Items may be faxed to 453-4913.

Sunday, June 27 Old Harp Singing

Annual Old Harp singing and covered dish dinner, noon, Beech Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Caney Creek Road. 654-3557.

Boyds Creek Baptist

Boyds Creek Baptist Church monthly service in song 7 p.m. with Foothills Quartet.

First Baptist VBS

Pigeon Forge First Baptist Church vacation Bible school 6:30-9 p.m. through July 1. To register call 453-4647.

Maples Branch Baptist

Singing at Maples Branch Baptist Church 6:30 p.m. with Donald Shultz.

Solid Rock

Solid Rock Missionary Baptist Church homecoming/decoration day. Dinner on the grounds and singing follow 10 a.m. services. 4282196.

Sunday Night Alive

Gatlinburg First UMC 6 p.m. fellowship of contemporary music and worship followed by a hot meal. 436-4691.

New Era Bapitst

New Era Baptist Church, 1389 New Era Road, vacation Bible school 6:30-8:30 through July 2.

Monday, June 28 Hot Meals

Hot Meals For Hungry Hearts 5:30-6:30 p.m., Henderson Chapel Baptist

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where a private group also built a hotel and water park. Plans also called for another group to develop nearby commercial property; those plans have been delayed due to the downturn in the economy. The last budgeted cost for the golf course renovations was $8.2 million. That figure had grown as the city added to its plans — at one point it was supposed to be just nine more holes without a new clubhouse — but the figure still wasn’t close to being correct, said Bob Moncrief, accounting and finance director for the PBA. “It was never a good number,� he said of the $8.2 million. The estimates — which date to the tenure of the late Doug Bishop as city administrator and golf director Faye Randolph, who was dismissed from her job this year over management issues — included $600,000 for equipment. That total is too low, officials said. “That budget had not been researched or, I would say, broken down,� Hendrix said. “It was just a number.�

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Women’s Bible Study

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

Seymour UMC

Bible-based seven-week study for women, “When Wallflowers Dance,� Seymour United Methodist. 573-9711.

Tuesday, June 29 Printing Workshop

Children’s free printing workshop, 10 a.m.-noon., Anna Porter Public Library, for ages 6-11. 436-5588.

Women’s Bible Study

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

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Stable hand Randy Ramey hoses off one of Dixie Stampede’s four-legged stars at the horse walk in front of the building.

Summer Reading

Summer Reading Program 1 p.m., Pigeon Forge Public Library with storyteller Alan Wolf. 429-7490.

Production Manager S.L. Pemberton to move to the 3From Page A1 horse walk. That’s an area in front of the building that has six stalls. As visitors to East Tennessee for the walk from their cars to fishing, big lakes and a the ticket office, they can love of the outdoors. see the horses and talk to Six years ago, he hired Ramey about them. on as a stable hand at “He’s good with the Stampede. For the first five horses and he’s such a years or so, he was one of people person,� Pemberton several who labored in the said. “He always comes area where the majority of to work with a smile on the horses, along with the his face and he always has livestock, are housed. It’s such a good attitude. He’s not a job where the workers want to stop and smell one of the genuinely nice people you would ever the roses — or the other want to meet.� aromas. Pete Owens, spokes“You get used to it,� man for Dollywood, Ramey said. “You get so Splash County and the caught up in the work, Stampede, takes it a step caring for the animals, that you don’t really think further, saying Ramey is critical to the success of about it.� the show. About a year ago, he “We give an experience was asked by Stampede

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Wednesday, June 30 Middle Creek UMC

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

Farmers Market

Farmers market 8-11:30 a.m., Sevier Farmers Co-Op, 321 W. Main, Sevierville. 453-7101.

Thursday, July 1 Women’s Bible Study

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

Among other things, officials now know they will need 120 new golf carts, including replacements. Officials with the William Charles Group said most of the newest carts in use would be beat up from traveling through areas under construction, and should be replaced when the course opens. The current plan calls for the city to lease carts the first year, and purchase them out of operations money. There were also questions about the architect initially used to design the clubhouse. Moncrief acknowledged there have been issues with the design, but stopped short of saying there was anything on which the city needed to take action. The city is also making progress toward hiring a new golf director. Officials said they already have several resumes. While the golf course addition is nearing completion, there is still a question of whether the city will open the new portion in the fall. City officials noted it might be better to have a grand opening in the spring, especially if the weather causes any delays, rather than opening this

fall. Officials with the William Charles Group remained optimistic that the golf course can make money or at least break even year to year. Ensuring that is one of the reasons the group was hired. In addition to overseeing the redesign, the group offers consulting. Once the consultation is completed, it will no longer involved. The city and the Williams group say they aren’t interested in the firm’s long-term management. One of the major keys in what is being considered a “relaunch� of the course is the first impression it will

create, and that’s why they are waiting to set a date to make sure everything is ready. “If we don’t do this properly, we’ll never get over it,� Hendrix said. “There will be nothing the PBA or the BOMA can do if we don’t open this right.� At least one PBA member expressed doubts that Eagle’s Landing can make money, especially in its first year. “I wonder if we’re hoping more than we’re budgeting here,� said Joe Tarwater, the newest member appointed to the PBA.

here and Randy is a big part of your experience at Dixie Stampede,� Whaley said. “As clean as Randy keeps the stalls and as nice a person as he is, it may determine whether people want to go to the show.� Being out front and interacting with the public makes Ramey almost an extension of the show, said Sales and Marketing Director Jimbo Whaley. “He’s just as important as the emcee, the people who answer the telephone,

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Mattie S. Murrell

Mattie S. Murrell, age 97, of Pigeon Forge, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 26, 2010. She was the oldest member of Henderson Chapel Baptist Church and the Pine Grove Community. She loved her flowers, gardening, sewing and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arvil, parents, George and Hettie Sharp, her brothers Paul, Mitchell, Fred, George and Freeman Sharp. Survived by: son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Darlene Murrell; grandchildren, Tim Murrell and wife Tammy, Tammie Jo Gillespie; great-grandchildren, Slade Murrell and wife Caroline, Heath Murrell and fiancĂŠ Ashley, Joyce McCall, Bailey Murrell, Tucker and Tyson Gillespie; one great-great grandson Riley Murrell and a great-great granddaughter due in November; sister, Willie Fulton; sister-in-law, Henrietta Sharp; special friend, Oakie Sharp; special caregiver and friend, Vivian Tullock. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff of Sevier County Health Care Center for their excellent care. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Shiloh Memorial Cemetery, Lanning Wynn, Treasurer, 113 Joy Street, Sevierville, TN, 37862. The family will receive friends from 4-7 p.m. Monday with a funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville with Rev. Hudson Chesteen officiating. Interment 10 a.m. Tuesday in Shiloh Cemetery. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

Robert Eugene McGill Robert Eugene McGill, age 63, of Sevierville, passed away, Saturday, June 26, 2010. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Lizzie Hurst, father, Huse McGill, brother, Billy Ray McGill, sister, Gayle McMahan, and uncle, Bill Hurst. He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. Survivors: son and daughter-in-law, Joshua McGill and wife, Denise; mother, Dicie McGill; brothers and sisters-inlaw, Eddie McGill and wife, Vicki and Randall McGill and wife, Joan; sisters and brothers-in-law, Brenda Pollard and husband, Fred, and Glenda Shrader; special nephew, Tim McGill; several nieces and nephews. The family would like to send a special thanks to his family and to all his special friends at Pigeon Forge Care and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday in the East Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Shook, Rev. Robert Settle, and Rev. Danny Suttles officiating. Family and friends will leave Atchley Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday for 11 a.m. internment in Middle Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends 4-7 p.m. Monday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

Manda J. Ivey

Funeral service was held Saturday in the Chapel of Atchley Manda J. Ivey, 84 of Seymour, Funeral Home, Seymour, with died Thursday, June 24, 2010. the Revs. Bill Smith and Ronnie She was a member of Trinity Beeler officiating. Interment folBaptist Church and was retired lowed in Knob Creek Cemetery. from Arnold Engineering. Atchley Funeral Home, Survivors: husband, Mayford Seymour, 122 Peacock Court, Ivey; sons and daughters-inSeymour, TN, 37865. law, Roy and Leilani Williams, Eddie and Carolyn Ivey, and Jim and Joyce Ivey; six grandchil- n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com dren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Edith Lawson; brother, Johnny Flynn; many other Jean Williams Jean Williams, 83 of friends and family members. Sevierville, died Thursday, June

bad. The worst part is sometimes you get aggravated 3From Page A1 with the truck drivers.� On top of his colossal rig, it can be a bit difficult for plant. Garrett to spot the vehicles “My first two weeks I was in the pits, so the smell delivering trash to the tipping floor. With a tendency never really did bother me to sneak in behind him and after that,� Garrett says. start doing their unloading, “Down there you didn’t Garrett says more than one really have time to notice truck driver has come facethe smell for the heat and to-tire with his machine. everything.� “They come in like that The everything he’s talkand they can end up with ing about is trash that falls my loader in their grill,� into the pit, which sounds he says with a laugh. “I’ve innocuous enough but is come close to backing over actually more like something that might be devised one or two.� For many people, the for eternal punishment than thought of a job where the a place to work. raw materials and the end In a recessed area eight product are garbage would feet below those holes likely send them the other where Garrett and his direction. Garrett can get loader drop the trash is a a good laugh out of those space intended to be used folks. to service the digesters. “I see people come in here This “pit,� while intenlike this,� he says, pinchtions for it may be good, ing his nose and holding has a tendency to become really foul very quickly with his hand far from his body as though he’s carrying a something called “sludge,� bag of trash. “They’re just another name that doesn’t do justice to how disgusting bringing something in and it actually is. Sludge, Sevier they’re gone right away but they act like they can’t stand Solid Waste Director Tom Leonard clarifies, is “treated it. You just think, ‘Every human waste,� literally what bit of this in here was just in your house yesterday. comes out of the back end What’s the problem?’� of local wastewater treatCertainly Garrett doesn’t ment plants. have any problems with his Since his time in the pits, trashy gig. Garrett has moved up to “I don’t have any plans tipping floor operator, a job that comes with its own to go anywhere,� he says. “I don’t think it’s all that bad. I share of displeasures, like wouldn’t really call it a dirty scorching temperatures job, I don’t guess.� and a heat index that can And still, he maintains top the triple digit-mark, the odor of rotting trash all soaking the dark blue, heataround him doesn’t bother attracting jumpsuits of the plant workers. Still, Garrett him. “What smell?� he jokes. points out it has its advan“I don’t smell anything. Of tages. course, I probably smell just “It’s better than not havas bad as the plant.� ing a job,� he says. “It’s not

Garrett

Obituaries

24, 2010, at Sevier County Health Care Center. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Sevierville. Survivors: sisters, Bonnie Penix and Susie Gregg; brotherin-law, James Williams; nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends will meet 2 p.m. Sunday at Bethel Cemetery for graveside service and interment with Bro. Craig Mintz officiating. Eulogies will be given by Larry Ogle and Greg Fernatt. The family received friends Saturday at Atchley Funeral

Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

James ‘Monk’ Webb James “Monk� Webb, 75 of Newport, died June 26, 2010. He was a veteran of the U.S.

Air Force. Graveside services 11 a.m. Monday, June 28, 2010 in Union Cemetery

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Storm could be latest Both animals and humans surprise King problem in spill cleanup By JEFF FARRELL Staff writer If Phil King came home and said he’d gotten skunked, he could very well mean it literally — in the sense of being sprayed with vile smelling musk by a small carnivore. Fortunately, Sevier County’s first animal control officer has never had to utter those words. In his 15 years on the job, he’s managed to avoid being sprayed. He was taught early on how to deal with them when they get caught in a trap. He approaches carefully and slowly, drapes a cloth over the cage, and then he can haul them, he said. Dealing with angry, agitated or just confused animals — even smelly ones — is pretty much included in the job description for King, an animal lover who has a dachshund and two cats at his home. “The hardest thing is the people,� he said. Not so much the ones who are willingly cruel, either. It’s the people who love their pets but just don’t, or won’t care for them according to the law that can be the most difficult to deal with. There’s dog owners who just don’t want to put their dogs in a fence or a pen. It’s illegal to let dogs roam at large, and King doesn’t have much choice in dealing with the problem once neighbors start to complain. He tries to give warnings, especially for dogs that escape. Many times that’s not enough. Some people still don’t think their pets should be fenced in or tied; some are used to the dogs having the run of rural areas where more homes are being built. Then there’s the people who just don’t believe Rover leaves the yards — or wont’ admit it. This would be why King keeps a camera around. “They say ‘My dog never gets out,’ and I say ‘Well is this your dog here?’� King said, holding up a picture of a well cared for pooch standing in the middle of a road. “They say ‘oh. Well, yeah.’� Calls like those can take up a good portion of his day. So can calls of neglect. Some people aren’t ready for the commitment of keeping a pet. In cases where he gets a call, it goes beyond not having time to play with Fido. It’s more like not bothering to feed the animal or get it water. Those are more clear cut, but that doesn’t mean they’re easier to deal with, he said. Because in a lot of cases, the person might not be doing a great job

holding up their end, but in their minds, they still love their pets. Just because they don’t King properly maintain the pets or their habitats doesn’t mean they don’t have any feelings for the animals, he said. Animal cruelty cases are rare in Sevier County, something King is thankful for. “You have people that don’t understand and have to be educated, and you have some that are just cruel,� he said. “When you have animals being tortured, you’d better be concerned.� That’s not just for the animal lover in him. Psychiatrists say cruelty to animals can be a warning sign that a person could be a budding serial killer. The law allows for officers to request an evaluation in cruelty cases, and it’s something King’s used before. He gets a lot of help in all those cases by having a good relationship with Sevier County Humane Society Director Jayne Vaughn King’s job is made easier by having a good relationship with the Sevier County Humane Society and Vaughn. “Jayne and the Humane Society are tremendous,� he said. He knows of other places where the relationship between animal control and the animal shelter isn’t so warm, and he said it’s very important to him to keep a good working relationship with the shelter. Still, while dealing with pet owners is a major part of his day, he still spend a lot of it dealing directly with animals. He’s gotten a major upgrade in equipment for that. The county has gone from a pickup with a pole and cage to some more state of the art equipment and training, and it just recently added a second animal control officer to help out. “Sheriff (Ron) Seals has really been supportive,� King said. All the equipment he can get, however, doesn’t change the big unknown factor. If he has to leave a trap for some nuisance animal, he never knows what he’s going to find when he comes back. The complainant might know there’s a coyote menacing his cats, he said, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be a raccoon — or a skunk — when he returns to the trap. ‘You never know what’s going to be in it,’ he said. The case he remembers the most so far was a 13-foot python that a

woman kept as a pet. She called for help when it escaped. He went with some help — Jeff McCarter, who’s now the chief detective with the sheriff’s office, and some others. It was a big snake, but the grass in the area was high. McCarter finally spotted it when he saw some movement and called out to King, who was standing on higher ground. Once King saw it from his perch, he was able to start tracing the body. It went around, up the hill and...directly beneath him, where the python had trying to slither past. “I yelled up to him and in a minute it looked like he was doing a rain dance the way he jumped,� McCarter recalled. They still reunited the snake with the woman who owned it. As King recalled, she ran and gave the reptile a big kiss as soon as she saw it. He’s pretty used to seeing that kind of behavior out of people, no matter how their beloved animals behave. Like one man who called him to get a stray dog he said he’d adopted but decided he couldn’t care for. When the two of them found the dog, the man approached it. King didn’t; he knew enough about canine body language to stand back and say he should get the pole he uses to catch vicious dogs. The man was having none of that. He walked right up to the dog... which leapt up and latched on to his arm. When they finally got the dog corralled, the man looked up and smiled at King. “He said ‘See, that’s going to make some kid a great pet,� King said. n jfarrell@themountainpress.com

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The Sevier County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 33-yearBrummett old Eric Brummett. Brummett was last seen in the Jayell Road are of the county around 11 p.m. Friday. He was wearing khaki shorts, a red, shortsleeve shirt and a red Dale Earnhardt ball cap. Burmett is mentally handicapped. If you have seen him or have any information on his whereabouts, contact the Sheriff’s Department at 453-4668.

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Pawlenty stresses Republican unity By LUCAS L. JOHNSON II Associated Press Writer NASHVILLE — Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Friday urged Tennessee Republicans to unite so that we can “take back our country” in the fall elections. The Republican governor addressed the annual Tennessee Republican Party Statesmen’s Dinner in Nashville. “We need to be doing all we can to get as many Republicans elected in Tennessee and all across the country,” Pawlenty said. Pawlenty called Democratic leaders in Washington misguided,

citing as an example the number of bailouts given by the Obama administration. “We need to rise up and we need to fight back,” Pawlenty told more than 1,000 people attending the dinner at the Nashville Convention Center. “I hope you will do all you can to take back our country.” Throughout his speech, Pawlenty received frequent applause at the event, a major rallying event for Republicans ahead of the general election. “There’s going to be big change come this November,” he promised. Pawlenty said the battle in November is not going to be easy

for Republicans. But he said his party can be successful if it projects “clarity about our position and that we mean what we say.” At the end of his speech, Tennessee’s three GOP gubernatorial candidates were given a chance to address the audience. Senate Speaker Ron Ramsey of Blountville, Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and U.S. Rep. Zach Wamp of Chattanooga all attended the event. Members of the Tennessee congressional delegation and state lawmakers also attended. Pawlenty and other Republican leaders urged their colleagues to make sure Tennessee elects a Republican as governor.

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Recipes sought for cookbook

The Mountain Press is seeking recipes for the third edition of “Reader Recipes.” A maximum of five recipes per person is allowed in the contest where first-, second- and third-place honors will be awarded. The three finalists in each category will be asked to bring their prepared dish to a judging and photography session to determine the winners. The deadline for entries is July 2. Recipes can by sent by mail to P.O. Box 4810, Sevierville, TN 37864, or by e-mail to recipes@ themountainpress.com. For more information, call 428-0748 ext. 215.

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Roe staffers to aid constituents

U.S. Rep. Phil Roe will send staff to hold office hours in Sevier County from 9-11 a.m. on July 6 and July 20 at the Sevier County Sheriff’s Department in downtown Sevierville. Roe’s staff will be available to assist 1st District constituents.

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Tai chi classes offered at center

The Gatlinburg Recreation Department announces traditional Tai Chi Chuan classes will be offered at the Community Center beginning Thursday. Two ongoing hourlong classes will be held on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. Instructor Steve Robinson has practiced and taught tai chi in Sevier County and surrounding counties since 1993. Tai chi is a slow moving exercise system. For more information visit www.jiushantalchi.com or call 712-4065.

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The Summer Reading Program for the Sevier County Public Library System includes stories, crafts, games, and special programs for preschool children through sixth grade. Children are urged to come dressed as a favorite pirate this week for a pirate’s adventure. The schedule: n Seymour Library: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday. 573-0728. n King Family Library: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. 365-1666. n Kodak Library: 11 a.m. Friday. 933-0078.

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Old westerns from television hold up well “A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty ‘Hi-yo Silver!’” Recognize that? If you are on the far side of 45 or 50, you surely do. Here’s the rest of it: “The Lone Ranger! … With his faithful Indian companion, Tonto, the daring and resourceful masked rider of the plains led the fight for law and order in the early West. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. The Lone Ranger rides again!” I came across a DVD in the discount bin of a local store filled with episodes of old westerns. Included are “The Cisco Kid,” “The Rifleman,” “The Roy Rogers Show” and “Bat Masterson.” Except for Cisco and Pancho, everything is in black and white — the way God intended TV to be. Or at least the way it was for almost everybody in the 1950s and early 1960s. For children of that era, afternoon TV was a staple. We did play outdoors a lot more than kids do today — a lot more. But if it were raining, cold or you were tired of school that day and wanted to relax, we had the Philco or Sylvania ready to turn on. We got three channels, maybe four. Cable TV came along in the 1960s. Every house had a rooftop antenna that would pick up the television stations in the next major city. We watched the same shows day after day, week after week, and in that era every show had a theme song, usually with words. “The Lone Ranger,” of course, popularized Rossini’s “William Tell Overture.” The show had narration, and it also featured something that didn’t occur to us when we were little, but sure is apparent now: A lead character who spoke proper English. The Lone Ranger was well-spoken and used nouns and verbs and pronounced his g’s. He and Tonto always told the viewers what they were about to do, so we’d understand it. The DVD I bought contains the first episodes that explain how The Lone Ranger came to be, how he and other Texas Rangers were ambushed by the Cavendish gang and left for dead, but he alone survived thanks to Tonto coming by and nursing him to health. They buried everyone and made a grave for Kemo Sabe (trusty scout) so the gang would think someone came along and buried them all. The mask was to hide his identity forevermore, as he worked for the side of good against evil. He also pledged never to shoot to kill, and in every episode he did just that. The show is culturally primitive in some respects, mostly because Tonto spoke what Hollywood took as the way Indians spoke. “Me” instead of “I,” a greeting of “How” when he met someone, that sort of thing. However, the lessons were good, and the bad guys always were bested by right and good. And every show ended with someone saying, “Who was that masked man?” “That,” a friend would say, “was The Lone Ranger.” Great stuff. Hey, remember this intro: “… Starring Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys. Trigger, his golden palomino. And Dale Evans, queen of the West. With Pat Brady, their comical sidekick. And Roy’s wonder dog, Bullet.” That was the opening narration for every episode of Rogers’ TV show, which was filmed on his own ranch in California. Just as we never knew for sure what Ozzie Nelson did for a living on “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet,” we never really were clued in to the depth of the relationship between Roy and Dale on the show. He had a ranch; she ran a restaurant in town. They were boyfriend/ girlfriend, much like Matt Dillon and Miss Kitty. Of course, they were married in real life. The fun of the Rogers show was how it was a modern-day western, with telephones and cars. There was always a fight or two, gunplay and gun deaths. Good triumphed over evil every time. Horses were run hard, but never seemed to get tired, and the horses never got shot. Roy got “winged” a number of times. If you want to see some of the decline in civilization and manners, you can view it through TV programs and how they have changed. We went from the wholesomeness of “Father Knows Best and “Leave It to Beaver” to the crudity and insult humor of “Two and a Half Men” and “Married with Children.” No wonder kids curse and disrespect their parents. Or those raised on such trash practice that kind of behavior. Give me Roy, Dale, Cisco, Pancho, Lucas McCain and The Lone Ranger any day. — Stan Voit is editor of The Mountain Press. His column appears each Sunday. He can be reached at 428-0748, ext. 217, or e-mail to svoit@ themountainpress.com.

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Show us the way Gatlinburg’s greenways project will be a challenge, but one worth pursuing Gatlinburg’s greenways project is massive, expensive, ambitious and detailed. It will take years to complete. There may be obstacles getting the right of way. So what? Let’s get it started. The greenways project has survived three public hearings with some minor changes and mostly positive reviews. The greenway would run from the Glades area, around Highway 321 and into downtown. It will include scenic vistas, lively views along streams, wooded and serene quiet spots and a great place for bicycles and joggers. Gatlinburg would join a growing trend among cities around the country in offering such greenways. The master plan presented in its final version last week includes close

to 14 miles of greenway and a cost of around $14 million. It is divided into 13 segments, so doing the greenway in phases is essential. There are some state grants available, but since so many local governments are trying to expand or develop their own pathways, it’s highly competitive. Gatlinburg would really enhance itself with a properly developed and promoted greenway. Once you leave the Parkway, the city is an oasis. There are woods, streams, animals and solitude. Visitors to Gatlinburg often come from cities and counties with greenways, so having one in a place that attracts 10 million or so tourists a year would be welcome for many of them. And it would be a joy for the locals as well.

This is no sure thing. Consulting engineer Steve Fritts is right when he urges city officials to finish one segment. Build it and they will come, in other words. Get one or two segments opened, and the people will see how nice it is, experience its benefits and push to see more of it built. That first step will be a big one. This master plan cannot be allowed to gather dust on the shelves of City Hall. There is no reason Gatlinburg cannot have a project like this under way within a year. Look what the downtown undergrounding project has created. It has made the central business district attractive and inviting. Throw in a greenway trail and you would really have something extra special.

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public forum Inmate says not all in prison are unworthy of your compassion

Editor: We all are not animals. This letter fefers to a June 9 letter to the editor in which the writer expressed his displeasure about the Tennessee Department of Corrections (TDOC) Parole Board. Well, all of you can be assured that a person that has been convicted and served time for murder, sex crimes and a violent crime against a person will not be released anytime soon. You see, the Tennessee sentence reform act of 1989 makes several crime categories ineligible for the possibility of parole. In most all death cases, sex crimes and most so-called violent crimes, an inmate must serve at least 85 percent of what the person was sentenced to. And now if a person is convicted of first-degree murder he will receive a life or maybe a death sentence. They take your life away. The inmate will have to serve at least a 51-plus years; that is, if they are even eligible for the possibility for parole. So, anyone sentenced to a violent crime before 1989 is under a whole different set of guidelines. Those people now are few and far between. All the 20,000 people within the Tennessee prison system are not animals. Many of them have developed talents and

skills that could put a Gatlinburg artisan to shame. It’s just too bad that the world will never see the beauty that so many in here have accomplished. I have completed several classes and important programs in which I have learned some valuable education and haven’t had any disciplinary infractions at all since my time locked up. Some day I hope to show the world those talents so I can give back to my beloved Sevier County and all of the people there that I love so much. So, to the letter writer: If you don’t mind continuing to spend your hard-earned tax dollars to house, feed and clothe me/us, please continue to do so. Although to do so means that our own government continues to cut very important programs from pre-kindergarten educational programs and others that support our aging seniors. Please rest peacefully tonight in knowing that your so-called violent criminals are locked up for a long time and probably couldn’t hurt a fly. Just be careful to watch out for all those so-called “lesser offense crime offenders” that do have a chance of getting paroled and going right back out to rob, use and deal drugs and to even drive under the influence of alcohol or other illegal items, which could put you and your loved ones at risk. Terry Justus Mountain City, Tenn.

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It’s the end of the road for US Soccer at World Cup RUSTENBURG, South Africa (AP) — Life on the edge came to an exhausting and crushing end for the United States against a familiar foe. Ghana sent the U.S. packing from the World Cup — again — eliminating the Americans in the second round Saturday night. Asamoah Gyan scored 3 minutes into overtime, leading the Black Stars to a 2-1 victory that ended a thrilling but ultimately unfulfilling World Cup for the United States that was watched by record audiences back home. “A stinging, tough defeat,” U.S. coach Bob Bradley said. “We knew Ghana was a good team and we didn’t get the job done.” Asamoah Gyan scored 3 minutes into overtime, and this time there was no magic left in the Americans. Kevin Prince Boateng put Ghana ahead when he stripped the ball from Ricardo Clark in the 5th minute and beat goalkeeper Tim Howard from 16 yards. Once again, the U.S. came back, and Landon Donovan tied the score with a penalty kick in the 62nd minute after Jonathan Mensah pulled down Clint Dempsey streaking in. But no matter how much the Americans pressured after Gyan scored, they couldn’t tie it again. “We had already expended a lot of energy at that time,” Bradley said. “I think we put ourselves in trouble with giving up the early goal again.” In the first-ever extra time World Cup game for the U.S., Gyan got the winning goal when he took a long ball and beat U.S. captain Carlos Bocanegra. Gyan let the ball bounce, and with Jay DeMerit vainly trying Alessandra Tarantino/AP to catch up, scored over goalkeeper Ghana goalkeeper Richard Kingson, left, punches the ball away as United States goalkeeper Tim Howard, right, waits Tim Howard with a left-footed shot for the ball to come during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between the United States and Ghana at Royal from 16 yards. Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, South Africa, on Saturday, June 26. PREP BASKETBALL

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Seymour hoops hope to improve in 2010

Smokies fall 11-4 to Mudcats

By JASON DAVIS Sports Editor SEYMOUR — The Seymour Eagles boys basketball team has gone through some turbulent times over the past few seasons, but second-year coach Brian Jessie thinks things are turning around for his youthful squad. In a nod to what Sevier County coach Ken Wright’s done with the Smoky Bears, Jessie said it starts with positive thinking. “They broke through the mental barrier that we’ve got to break through,” Jessie said of SCHS’s district championship team of last season. “They believe they can win now, and that’s a huge step for kids. We did it at Union

County (where Jessie was coach prior to arriving at Seymour), but it’s not an overnight thing. It’s not one day they come in and say ‘we can beat these kids.’ You do it here and there as you build. “But this coming season we’ll be better, and we’ll just keep building,” Jessie said. One thing that certainly looks like its building is the Eagles’ numbers. “Our program’s really young,” Jessie said. “Right now we only have two juniors and four seniors. We’re going to be predominately freshmen and sophJason Davis/The Mountain Press omores next year.” Rising senior Skylar Brown will be one of the top returners for the Seymour in the 2010 high school basketball See SEYMOUR, Page A11 season.

NASCAR IN THE MOVIES

20 years later, ’Days of Thunder’ still resonates By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. — “Rubbin’, son, is racin’,” or so said Harry Hogge to a worldwide audience in the summer of 1990, when NASCAR was a niche, regional sport that had yet to pique much mainstream interest. Tom Cruise was into it, though, and that was good enough. Riding high from his “Top Gun” fame, the actor had an idea for a movie based on fast cars and the characters who raced them. And so began the making of “Days of Thunder,” a critically panned summer blockbuster that was largely lampooned throughout the NASCAR industry for its exaggeration and overindulgence. But underneath all that Hollywood glitz and glamour ran currents of truth, and as the film celebrates its 20th anniversary on Sunday, it’s still wildly popu-

“Rubbin’, son, is racin’.” Robert Duvall’s Harry Hogge character from the 1990 blockbuster “Days of Thunder”

lar with a cult-like following. “We worked hard to bring audiences right into the thrilling, high-powered world of NASCAR racing,” said producer Jerry Bruckheimer. “I’m really pleased that the film has taken on a life of its own and, like NASCAR, stood the test of time, with a new generation rediscovering the film.” The fan base goes from the viewer who can recite every line in the movie and can’t turn the channel when it pops up on cable, to a current crop of NASCAR drivers who watched the film or played the video game as little boys and knew that’s what they wanted to do when they grew up. “What’s there not to love about ’Days of Thunder?’ “ Kyle Busch deadpanned when asked what

he liked about the movie. So smitten with the movie as a child, NASCAR’s resident bad boy “borrowed” a character from the film when he re-branded a Truck Series ride from the No. 15 to the No. 51 and had the name “Rowdy” painted above the door. It was an homage to Cruise’s nemesis in the film, Rowdy Burns, a tough-as-nails superstar who ruled the race track. The character was largely based on Dale Earnhardt, while Cruise’s Cole Trickle was a sketch of the late Tim Richmond. Randy Quaid was a slicker version of team owner Rick Hendrick, and Robert Duvall’s crew chief Hogge was, as Hendrick said, “a better Harry Hyde than Harry Hyde ever was. That just blew me away.” Fred Thompson played “Big

John” which was obviously a takeoff on NASCAR chairman Bill France Jr., and the scene where Cruise’s Trickle and Michael Rooker’s Burns are summoned down to Daytona Beach for a tongue-lashing by the boss was a re-creation of an actual meeting France called for Earnhardt and Geoff Bodine. “So many of the things really did happen,” said Hendrick. “They took bits and pieces, they took the characters, they took how I got started — when Randy Quaid went out to talk to Harry about getting back into racing (the opening scene), the car he was driving was my white Caprice. But it didn’t really happen that way: Harry was always after me. So some of the stuff had been changed for Hollywood.” Even some of the dialogue was lifted from real-life situations. “You build me a car, I’ll win you Daytona,” Trickle tells See THUNDER, Page A12

SEVIERVILLE — Seeking their fifth win in a row Friday night, the Tennessee Smokies were unable to keep pace both on the mound and at the plate with the Carolina Mudcats, suffering their first loss of the season’s second half, 11-4. The loss, in front of 6,034 on “Michael Jackson Tribute Night,” puts the Smokies at 3-1 in the second half, 45-28 overall. Smokies starter Chris Carpenter struggled with his command early in Friday’s contest. After hitting Carolina leadoff man Kris Negron to start the game, he allowed a oneout triple to Dave Sappelt that brought in Negron for Carolina’s first run of the game. Sappelt himself would score on a wild pitch by Carpenter to make it 2-0 Mudcats. Negron would get to Carpenter in the third, hitting a solo home run to increase Carolina’s lead to 3-1. Tony Thomas narrowed the Mudcats’ lead to 3-1 in the fifth inning with his fifth home run of the year. His solo shot onto the left field berm was his fourth home run in the last 11 games. Things really unraveled for Tennessee over the last four frames, as Carolina scorched the Smokies’ bullpen for eight runs from the sixth inning on. Oswaldo Martinez was tagged for three runs over the sixth and seventh innings, but none were earned due to three fielding errors by Tennessee. Relievers Alex Maestri and Jeremy Papelbon did not fare much better, allowing a combined five runs over the final two frames. The team’s only saving grace late was a Josh Vitters tworun home run and Blake Lalli RBI single that briefly cut the Smokies’ deficit to 9-4. Carolina’s Tom Cochran (4-3) picked up the win. Carpenter (5-3) took the loss. From submitted reports

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Nadal battles through 5 sets to reach 4th round; Serena wins By STEPHEN WILSON AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England — Top-ranked Rafael Nadal has rallied for another fiveset victory to reach the fourth round at Wimbledon, overcoming physical ailments and a warning for coaching. Nadal battled back from two-sets-to-one down to defeat Germany’s Philipp Petzschner 6-4, 4-6, 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-3 in a Centre Court slugfest Saturday. The second-seeded Spaniard, who won the title in 2008 but missed last year’s tournament due to knee troubles, called for the trainer several times for treatment on his left arm and right leg. Petzschner, playing his third straight five-setter, also needed medical treatment on several changeovers. Nadal was angry after receiving a warning from chair umpire Cedric Mourier in the fifth set for receiving coaching from coach and uncle Toni Nadal. Defending champion Serena Williams put on a serving clinic Saturday, hitting 20 aces in a straightsets win over Dominika Cibulkova that set up a fourth-round matchup with former champion Maria Sharapova. The top-seeded American had at least two aces in each of her eight service games and overpowered the 46thranked Slovak 6-0, 7-5 on Centre Court.

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“Serving that well feels awesome,� Williams said. “I serve well at Wimbledon for some unknown reason. I want to keep doing it. I wish I could serve like this every tournament.� Williams won 37 of 43 service points and held at love five times. She won 19 of her first 20 service points, with Cibulkova putting only four returns in play in that stretch. The 20 aces matched Williams’ total from last year’s semifinals at Wimbledon, the highest number on record by a woman at the All England Club. The first set lasted just 18 minutes, with Williams winning 25 of 31 points, serving six aces and hitting 12 winners. It was the third match in a row that Williams won the first set 6-0. Cibulkova, a semifinalist at the French Open last year, finally got on the scoreboard when she held serve for 1-1 in the second set. From then on, she kept the match competitive by holding serve, although she couldn’t cope with Williams’ serves. Cibulkova saved a match point while serving at 4-5 with a crosscourt backhand winner, but Williams broke in the 12th game to close out the match. Williams credited

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Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after his win over Philipp Petzschner of Germany during their men’s singles match at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships at Wimbledon on Saturday. Cibulkova with raising her game but was unhappy with her own performance in the second set. “I just kind of came off the gas a little too much,� she said. “Just can’t do that in big Grand Slams like this.� Cibulkova — generously listed at 5-foot-3 (1.61 m) — looked tiny and fragile next to the imposing physique of the 5-foot-9 (1.75 m) Williams. “It was really hard return-

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Sharapova served an ace on match point to beat Czech player Barbora Zahlavova Strycova 7-5, 6-3. It was an uneven performance by Sharapova, who overcame 35 unforced errors and six double faults. Sharapova is coming back into top form after right shoulder surgery in 2008. Because she is seeded 16th, she and Williams are meeting in the fourth round rather than the later stages. “I definitely don’t think it’s early,� Williams said. “It is what it is. You always have to be ready. She’s obviously really good, especially on grass.� Recalling the 2004 final, Williams said, “I just remember I was really nervous. I think I put too much pressure on myself. It didn’t work out. That was that.� Despite her easy run through the first three rounds this week, Williams said she didn’t feel she is playing as well as last year when she beat sister Venus in the final. “I definitely have to pick up and play better,� she said. Sharapova said she was

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Busch wins at New Hampshire

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LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Kyle Busch won the Nationwide Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway Saturday and become the career laps led leader in the series. Busch bowed to the crowd, which saluted his sixth win of the season for Joe Gibbs Racing. Busch has led 8,117 laps in his career and earned his 36th career victory. He held off teammate Brad Keselowski, who finished second and had his solid run derailed by a poor pit stop. Carl Edwards, Joey Logano and Trevor Bayne round out the top five. Keselowski stretched his points lead to 247 over Edwards. Charles Krupa/AP Danica Patrick finished Kyle Busch cheers after winning the NASCAR Nationwide New England 30th, five laps down. Patrick 200 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, N.H., Saturday, went into the wall only seven June 26. laps into the race. 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP

Aguirre: Argentina is favorite against Mexico By MARK WALSH Associated Press Writer JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Nobody gives Mexico much of a chance against Diego Maradona’s Argentina team in the World Cup round of 16 on Sunday. Coach Javier Aguirre isn’t ready to pack his bags yet. Aguirre, looking irritated and answering questions before they had been completed at Saturday’s news conference, said his team had been given up for “dead and buried�. Mexico lost to Uruguay in its final group match to set up Sunday’s tough game with Argentina — a repeat of 2006, when Argentina reached the quarterfinals

thanks to a superb goal by Maxi Rodriguez in injury time. Aguirre acknowledged Argentina was “the favorite by far,� but said “we will see what happens.� Aguirre repeated the phrase “we will see� several times when pressed to sum up his team’s chances amid pessimism back home. “I know that there is this feeling in Mexico,� Aguirre said. “But we know what we want. We’ve been working to change the course of history. Nobody is betting their bottom dollar on us, nobody believes in our future, but we will see.� Eight players on Mexico’s current squad played in the defeat four years ago, but Aguirre said revenge had

not been discussed. “We don’t need any kind of motivation,� he said. “Both teams want to go through to the quarterfinals. “These guys are hungry, they’re not afraid of success, they have no complexes. Whether we win or lose, you can never criticize our

team. They have the courage and they are going to fight.� Mexico’s lineup could be boosted by the return of striker Carlos Vela, who seems to have recovered from a right leg injury suffered in the 2-0 victory over France in the second group match.

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In fact, Jessie said over 20 freshmen came out to camps and workouts prior to the TSSAA dead period. “It’s a process. When I got here there weren’t good numbers, but we’ve added really two big classes of freshmen and sophomores. We had 20-plus freshmen, before this dead period, coming to camps and working out and stuff like that. We’re excited about the future. We’re going to play a lot of young kids this year, and we’re just going to have to develop them.� The Eagles will return three of five starters this coming November — rising seniors Skylar Brown and Alex Lambert and junior Logan Jenkins. Brown has been a consistent player for the Eagles throughout the his career, serving as the team’s primary post threat for the last three seasons. Lambert averaged around eight points and seven rebounds in the Eagles’ final 10 games of 2009, showing flashes that he can be an effective player for the Blue and Gold. Jenkins returns at the point, where he’s played a lot of minutes since his freshman year two seasons ago. Add to those Max Herrell and Nathan Casler, who both played in every game last season, and the Eagles have a good foundation. “We’ve got five kids that played pretty much every game last year,� Jessie said. “We’ve just got to find some young kids that are ready to step up and fill in the role player positions. “We’ve got some talented

young kids, we really do. I think Sevier County teams, all-around, are going to be pretty competitive in a couple of years. I know Sevier County and G-P have really good teams right now, but I believe Pigeon Forge is pretty excited about their youth, and we are, too.� This summer Brown has been playing AAU basketball for his father Don’s team, the Panthers. A couple of other Eagles have filled in on that team as needed. The Eagles also went to a few camps this summer, including Tennessee Tech’s camp and a team camp at Grainger. “Two of our three top returning players didn’t regularly play in team camps (as Brown was traveling with his AAU team for portions of that time and Jenkins was recovering from a wrist injury),� Jessie said. “You’ve got a bunch of young guys playing against varsity teams in the summer, and it was really great for us. That’s the great thing about summer, there’s no pressure on them. They find the speed of it, and the physicality of it. We were about .500, but obviously we won a lot more when Logan and Skylar (were playing).� After struggling at team camp at Tech without Jenkins, the team went 6-1 at Grainger’s camp. “We don’t have the depth to miss key players right now,� Jessie said. But the coach hopes that depth issue will soon be a thing of the past. “In my opinion this will be our last year of rebuilding depth,� Jessie said. “We’re always going to be learning and getting better at basketball, but this year will probably be the last time we worry about depth.�

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Hogge in trying to convince the crew chief to come out of retirement to work with the hotshot driver. In reality, it was Hyde who told Hendrick: “Let me build a car, and I’ll win you Charlotte,” Hendrick recalled with a smile. “And I was stupid enough to believe him.” Cruise recruited Oscar-winning screenwriter Robert Towne (“Chinatown”) for the script, and the two descended on Charlotte to learn everything they could about NASCAR. Cruise stayed in Hendrick’s lake house, while a neighbor’s house was secured for Nicole Kidman, who played Cruise’s love interest. The “shop” where the team built its cars was an old barn Hendrick owned not far from his lake house, and the racing footage was captured from actual events with the late Bobby Hamilton competing in a car equipped with a camera. Towne leaned heavily on Hendrick and his staff, race promoter Humpy Wheeler, ESPN reporter Jerry Punch and every NASCAR driver who would speak to them. “The drivers were more fun than any group of people I had met before,” Towne said. “The thing about it is they are the greatest storytellers in the world. I think I had arguably as good a time as I’ve ever had on a movie. It was just endless fun.” Towne spent time a great deal of time with Hyde, and picked the brains of Richard Petty, Darrell Waltrip, Rusty Wallace, Bodine and “one very memorable afternoon with the late Dale Earnhardt, who was wonderfully colorful and had just a great sense of humor.” Dale Earnhardt Jr. said on Friday that he remembers the day 20 years ago when Cruise and Towne came to visit his father at

The Mountain Press ◆ Sunday, June 27, 2010 Earnhardt’s shop. “Makes you feel old, doesn’t it?” he said. “That was a thrill for me and my sister, Kelley. We anticipated that movie coming out. It was interesting to see our sport be put into the mainstream and be a part of that.” The film was primarily a vehicle for Cruise, who played Trickle as a tamer version of Richmond, NASCAR’s talented party boy who had died in 1989 from complications of AIDS. Hendrick said Richmond had dated a doctor, which opened the door for Kidman to be cast as Dr. Claire Lewicki, the brain surgeon/love interest for Cruise. Cruise did all his own driving, said Towne, and surprised everyone on the set with his skill. “He was gifted, that’s all there is to it,” Towne said. “I think even Rick would tell you that.” So as the filmmakers immersed themselves in NASCAR, the industry began to eagerly anticipate the movie’s release. Only most were initially disappointed with the final product, in large part to the glamorized racing. “The racing wasn’t very good,” Hendrick said flatly. “It was just beating and banging, and cars looked like they were from a junkyard. But that was what they wanted.” Towne, who said he hasn’t watched the movie in 20 years, was also unhappy with the action sequences. “I liked the drivers, and I liked the characters,” he explained. “But I felt, as did Rick, that knowing the ways those guys drove, they rubbed, they didn’t bump, and there was a lot of that in the movie. So coming to know what I knew, I objected to that. I felt it wasn’t necessary.” The dramatization ultimately turned off many of NASCAR’s competitors. “It’s not the most physically accurate movie,” said Carl Edwards, “but it was neat.” But what the movie ultimately did was introduce

NASCAR to a wider audience that had very limited exposure to stock-car racing before that summer. There had been racing movies before — think “Thunder Road,” “Grand Prix,” “Stroker Ace,” or even “Smokey and the Bandit” — but none that had depicted NASCAR in such a sexy style. “Even though the critics weren’t sold on the movie, and lot of people had different opinions about it, it got our sport a lot of exposure,” Earnhardt Jr. said. “The movie was fun to watch, regardless of whether is good or not.” And it brought in new fans to NASCAR. “It was the one that I thought came the closest to being widely accepted,” said NASCAR president Mike Helton. “There were some accuracy’s, there were some snippets of truth and there was some Hollywood-style racing that made it entertaining. Tom Cruise didn’t hurt anything, either.” Nor did the dialogue, which pops up every now and then in real-life situations. Scott Speed, who grew up dreaming about Formula One, counts himself among the biggest “Days of Thunder” fans and loves to work the lines into his in-race radio chatter. It’s not uncommon to hear Speed in the middle of a NASCAR race tell his crew “I’m droppin’ the hammer!” “When I was in Europe and was racing Formula Renault, they called me ’Cole,’ “ Speed said. “Everyone in Europe knew about ’Days of Thunder’ and American race car drivers. On my pit sign, it had the name Cole written on it. “When I first got my Ducati, the first thing I did was drive it to Charlotte for the fall race last year. Right up in the motor home lot. Felt like Tom Cruise rolling in on a motorcycle.” ——— AP Sports Writer Dan Gelston contributed to this report from Loudon, N.H.

SCOREBOARD MLB American League East Division W L Pct GB New York 46 27 .630 — Tampa Bay 43 30 .589 3 Boston 44 31 .587 3 Toronto 39 35 .527 7 1/2 Baltimore 21 52 .288 25 Central Division W L Pct GB Minnesota 41 33 .554 — Detroit 39 33 .542 1 Chicago 38 34 .528 2 KC 31 44 .413 10 1/2 Cleveland 26 46 .361 14 West Division W L Pct GB Texas 44 29 .603 — LAA 41 35 .539 4 1/2 Oakland 35 40 .467 10 Seattle 30 43 .411 14 ——— Friday’s Games Chicago White Sox 6, Chicago Cubs 0 Philadelphia 9, Toronto 0 Baltimore 7, Washington 6 Arizona 1, Tampa Bay 0 Cincinnati 10, Cleveland 3 N.Y. Mets 5, Minnesota 2 Atlanta 3, Detroit 1 Houston 7, Texas 4 Milwaukee 8, Seattle 3 Kansas City 4, St. Louis 2 Colorado 4, L.A. Angels 3, 11 innings Oakland 14, Pittsburgh 4 N.Y. Yankees 2, L.A. Dodgers 1 San Francisco 5, Boston 4 Sunday’s Games Cleveland (Talbot 7-6) at Cincinnati (Arroyo 7-3), 1:10 p.m. Minnesota (S.Baker 6-6) at N.Y. Mets (Niese 4-2), 1:10 p.m. Detroit (Verlander 8-5) at Atlanta (Hanson 7-4), 1:35 p.m. Philadelphia (Moyer 8-6) at Toronto (Cecil 7-4), 1:35 p.m. Washington (Atilano 6-4) at Baltimore (Guthrie 3-9), 1:35 p.m. Arizona (R.Lopez 3-6) at Tampa Bay (W.Davis 5-8), 1:40 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Dempster 5-6) at Chicago White Sox (Danks 7-5), 2:05 p.m. Seattle (J.Vargas 6-2) at Milwaukee (Narveson 6-4), 2:10 p.m. St. Louis (J.Garcia 7-3) at Kansas City (Chen 3-2), 2:10 p.m. Colorado (J.Chacin 4-6) at L.A. Angels (E.Santana 7-5), 3:35 p.m. Boston (Lester 8-3) at San Francisco (Lincecum 8-2), 4:05 p.m. Pittsburgh (Ohlendorf 0-6) at Oakland (G.Gonzalez 6-5), 4:05 p.m. Houston (Oswalt 5-9) at Texas (Tom.Hunter 3-0), 8:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Pettitte 9-2) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 7-4), 8:05 p.m. Monday’s Games Toronto at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox at Kansas

City, 8:10 p.m. Detroit at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. National League East Division W L Pct GB Atlanta 43 31 .581 — New York 42 32 .568 1 Philly 39 32 .549 2 1/2 Florida 35 38 .479 7 1/2 Washington 33 41 .446 10 Central Division W L Pct GB Cincinnati 41 33 .554 — St. Louis 41 33 .554 — Milwaukee 33 40 .452 7 1/2 Chicago 32 41 .438 8 1/2 Houston 29 45 .392 12 Pittsburgh 25 48 .342 15 1/2 West Division W L Pct GB San Diego 43 30 .589 — SF 40 32 .556 2 1/2 Colorado 39 34 .534 4 LAD 39 34 .534 4 Arizona 29 45 .392 14 1/2 ——— Friday’s Games Chicago White Sox 6, Chicago Cubs 0 Philadelphia 9, Toronto 0 Baltimore 7, Washington 6 Arizona 1, Tampa Bay 0 Cincinnati 10, Cleveland 3 N.Y. Mets 5, Minnesota 2 San Diego 3, Florida 0 Atlanta 3, Detroit 1 Houston 7, Texas 4 Milwaukee 8, Seattle 3 Kansas City 4, St. Louis 2 Colorado 4, L.A. Angels 3, 11 innings Oakland 14, Pittsburgh 4 N.Y. Yankees 2, L.A. Dodgers 1 San Francisco 5, Boston 4 Sunday’s Games Cleveland (Talbot 7-6) at Cincinnati (Arroyo 7-3), 1:10 p.m. Minnesota (S.Baker 6-6) at N.Y. Mets (Niese 4-2), 1:10 p.m. San Diego (Latos 8-4) at Florida (Ani.Sanchez 7-4), 1:10 p.m. Detroit (Verlander 8-5) at Atlanta (Hanson 7-4), 1:35 p.m. Philadelphia (Moyer 8-6) at Toronto (Cecil 7-4), 1:35 p.m. Washington (Atilano 6-4) at Baltimore (Guthrie 3-9), 1:35 p.m. Arizona (R.Lopez 3-6) at Tampa Bay (W.Davis 5-8), 1:40 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Dempster 5-6) at Chicago White Sox (Danks 7-5), 2:05 p.m. Seattle (J.Vargas 6-2) at

Milwaukee (Narveson 6-4), 2:10 p.m. St. Louis (J.Garcia 7-3) at Kansas City (Chen 3-2), 2:10 p.m. Colorado (J.Chacin 4-6) at L.A. Angels (E.Santana 7-5), 3:35 p.m. Boston (Lester 8-3) at San Francisco (Lincecum 8-2), 4:05 p.m. Pittsburgh (Ohlendorf 0-6) at Oakland (G.Gonzalez 6-5), 4:05 p.m. Houston (Oswalt 5-9) at Texas (Tom.Hunter 3-0), 8:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Pettitte 9-2) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 7-4), 8:05 p.m. Monday’s Games Philadelphia at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m. Washington at Atlanta, 7:10 p.m. Pittsburgh at Chicago Cubs, 8:05 p.m. Houston at Milwaukee, 8:10 p.m. Arizona at St. Louis, 8:15 p.m. Colorado at San Diego, 10:05 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m.

TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES— Recalled RHP Brad Bergesen from Norfolk (IL). Placed OF Lou Montanez on the 15-day DL, retroactive to June 21. BOSTON RED SOX—Placed 2B Dustin Pedroia on the 15-day DL. MINNESOTA TWINS— Reinstated LHP Jose Mijares from the restricted list. Optioned RHP Jeff Manship to Rochester (IL). National League CHICAGO CUBS—Selected the contract of RHP Brian Schlitter from Iowa (PCL). Optioned RHP Jeff Stevens to Iowa. HOUSTON ASTROS— Purchased the contract of RHP Josh Banks from Round Rock (PCL), PITTSBURGH PIRATES— Agreed to terms with INF Yung Chi Chen and assigned him to Altoona (EL).

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Calling all cooks: Send those recipes If you’re counting, you only have five days left to send in five of your favorite recipes for our third Reader Recipes cookbook contest. So far we have about 80 recipes turned in to compete for space in the full-color, magazine-style cookbook that will be published Friday, Oct. 29. I’m not too sure how many recipes we’ll have in the cookbook this year. It all depends on a number of factors, but I sure would like to have a lot from which to choose. Naturally, we have a good number of dessert recipes turned in. That category is always quick to add up. We have more than 20 side- and main-dish recipes, but less than 10 appetizer recipes so far. If you have any appetizer recipes, you should send them in. Friday is the deadline to send them in, either by mail at P.O. Box 4810, Sevierville, TN, 37864; e-mail to recipes@themountainpress.com; or bring them in to our offices located at 119 Riverbend Drive in Sevierville. Here’s a recipe or two to give you an idea of what your fellow readers are sending in. Because the written recipes will be judged, I’m not putting the contributors’ names. Also, its publication here does not guarantee it will be in the cookbook; I just picked one or two I found appetizing. Enjoy.

Mayberry Delight Cookies 3/4 c. butter flavored shortening 1 1/4 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed 2 T. milk 1 T. vanilla 1 egg 1 3/4 c. flour 1 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1 pkg. chocolate chips (semisweet or milk) 1 c. chopped nuts (your choice) Preheat oven to 375°. Combine first five ingredients; beat until well blended. Combine four, salt and soda, and stir into mixture. Stir in chips and nuts. Drop by rounded teaspoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheet, three inches apart. Bake 8 to 10 minutes (11-13 for crispier cookies). Cool a minute or two before removing from cookie sheet.

Cheese Garlic Biscuits 2 c. self-rising flour 1/4 c. margarine (1/2 stick) 3/4 c. milk 3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese Topping: 1/2 c. melted margarine (1 stick) 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/8 tsp. dried parsley, optional Preheat oven to 350°. Combine flour and margarine until mixture is coarse, like crumbs. Stir in cheese and milk slowly. Roll into balls and place on cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until brown. Melt 1/2 c. butter; mix with garlic powder and parsley and brush on top of biscuits.

— Gail Crutchfield is the community editor of The Mountain Press. Call 428-0748, ext. 215, or e-mail to gcrutchfield@themountainpress.com.

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Members of the “Sha-Kon-O-Hey” acrobat troupe include, from left in front, Mykhaylo Pavlova, Sergei Postemskyi, Roman Novitskyi; in back, Nataliya Piontek, her daughter Veronika Pavlova, Tetyana Valova, Olga Karabanova, Valeriya Savelyeva, Leonid Sorokin and Tetiana Postemska.

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Acrobats settling in at Dollywood By GAIL CRUTCHFIELD Community Editor PIGEON FORGE — There was definitely some culture shock when they arrived in East Tennessee, but the Ukranian acrobats seemed to have bounced back since then. The group of nine athletes from the Ukraine has been entertaining the audience during Dollywood’s second season of “Sha-Kon-O-Hey: Land of Blue Smoke” with feats of twisting and tumbling that boggle the mind. They arrived to a world unlike their own mostly urban upbringings to a land where the air is not muddied by factories, where green — not concrete grey — is the dominant color and where Southern hospitality almost makes up for the unmet desire for a proper bowl of borscht. “The people,” is the common answer for what the group likes most about their experience so far at the park and in Sevier County in general. Followed closely by the clean air and the mountains. Performing in three and sometimes four shows a day five days a week may not give them a lot of time to be out and about, but what they’ve experienced so far has left a favorable impression. The group came from different areas in the Ukraine — Kiev, Donetsk and Vinnica — to name a few. Entertainment Director Paul Couch formed the troupe by holding auditions months ago in the Ukraine. He worked with Sasha Vosk, the director and producer of the Moscow Circus, whom he met when they performed at Dollywood for two years during Festival of Nations. “Circus in the Ukraine is not how Americans look at the circus,” Couch said. “It’s just so different. It’s taken very seriously. It’s a very significant performance and art. In the middle of Kiev, there is a performing arts center that is circus 100 percent of the time. Also, the athletic programs; they begin when they’re young children. So just the level of performance that is indicated by the tradition that these

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Shortly after arriving in East Tennessee, the troupe of Ukrainian acrobats had their photo made in and surrounding Dollywood Entertainment Director Paul Couch’s classic Pontiac Firebird convertible. people are trained in, is something I thought would take the show to the next level.” Vosk worked with coaches in the Ukraine who sent their students to Kiev to try out for Couch. “Many of them had never met each other,” Couch said of the team. “Some of them came together, but some of them had never known each other before. “They were all accomplished athletes,” he added. “Their athletic ability was never in question. We just wanted to see who could be good performers. Because it’s different. It’s one thing to perform as an athlete, but it’s something else to be a performer in a show. “And all of these people, we taught them the dance combination, and really it was as much about seeing how willing they were to take some risks and present themselves as performers. All these people just did splendidly. These are the ones we felt could really communicate with our audience and we were correct.”

Communicating verbally can be challenging, as most of them don’t speak much English, but words sometimes don’t say as much as an audience’s reaction by way of applause and smiles. Trish McGhee, publicist for Dollywood, recounted the story of one of the acrobats, a young man named Roman, who told how touched he was by the audience who can meet with the performers after every show. The performers line up at the edge of the stage after the shows — some standing on the auditorium floor or seated — and greet audience members who wish the shake their hand or comment about the show. Roman, McGhee said, said he’d never felt such love and appreciation as a performer and, having been raised by his grandmother, couldn’t wait to get back home, give her a hug and share that love with her. Other things they enjoy about East Tennessee and Sevier County include the park itself.

“This is unusual,” said Mykhaylo Pavlova of Dollywood. “The park, with the theaters and the rides.” Working at the park, the acrobats also enjoy the rides and shows. They Mystery Mine is a favorite of Olga Karabanova. “I like it in Dollywood, many of the best shows,” said Leo Sorokin. “I see one show, two shows, three shows. I see a show and I’m more and more and more (impressed). “In Tennessee I like the people,” he added. “You see the people and ‘Hi,’” he said, waving, showing how people here wave at everyone, even if they don’t them. “And mountains. I like mountains,” he added. “I like everything,” said Nataliya Piontek, who is married to Pavlova and mother to their 5-year-old daughter Veronika. Veronika, she said, loves the carousel. “Because it’s maybe 30 times we’ve been on there,” Pointek said with a laugh. n gcrutchfield@themountainpress.com

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— a nurturer — who can wrap the area in just the right natural enhancements. Someone who can build on its strengths and display its natural river environment for future generations. That Pigeon River stretch from Frank Allen’s Market to the Marshall home half-mile downstream on the west bank deserves a balanced future replete with river walks, greenways, an appropriate retail-hospitalityentertainment center and anchored in an upscale river development similar to its sister dam. Still, the same rushing roar of the Little Pigeon River leaping Beason Dam has changed very little. Its picturesque ambience continues to speak nostalgically as all down home rivers do. The deep pools at the waterfall’s feet and the rock boulders in the bend below still offer hope of a river unwilling to change — even if this one is surrounded by constant change. — This is the second column in the series Our Upland Chronicles,celebrating the heritage and past of Sevier County. If you have suggestions for future topics, would like to write a column, or have comments, contact Carroll McMahan at 4536411 or e-mail to cmcmahan@scoc.com; or Ron Rader. an advisor with Sperry Van Ness-RM Moore, 604-9161 or e-mail to ron@ronraderproperties.com

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Latham Mr. and Mrs. Charles Marion Latham are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Barbara Sims and Charles Latham were married June 30, 1960, in Sevierville. They have been retired since 2001. The couple has two sons, Steve Latham and Mark Latham. They also have three grandchildren: Shane Latham, who will attend Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky; and Layne Latham and her sister Peyton who attend Sevierville Primary School. The Lathams also share

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Brandon Houser, member of Pigeon Forge Boys & Girls Club, won the top honor for the Southeast region in the 16–18 age group for his digital art in the Photo Tech category. Brandon’s entry, entitled “Family Feud,” captured this theme.

PF club member winner for design Submitted Report For the eighth annual Club Tech Digital Arts Festivals, Boys & Girls Club members across the country were encouraged to follow in the footsteps of notable Boys & Girls Club alumni such as Denzel Washington, Mario Lopez and Usher. Pigeon Forge Club member Brandon Houser was encouraged to create a digital piece of art in the Photo Tech category. His entry, “Family Feud,” not only creatively captured this theme, but it brought home the top honor for the Southeast region in the 16–18 age group. He will vie for the national title and a trip to Atlanta to learn about real world application of the skills learned through the program or a $500 reward to the club. The Digital Arts Festivals are a component of the national Club Tech program, a partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs, founding sponsor Microsoft and Comcast. Members are encouraged to generate a digital work of art in one of four categories: photo illustration, music production, filmmaking and graphic design. This year’s theme: “Be Creative.” Those competing at the local level were asked to create a magazine cover incorporating the theme and using past alumni of the national organization. Houser says his inspiration came easily. “My family and I have enjoyed playing and watching ‘Family Feud’ since I was young. I knew the host was a Boys & Girls Club alum and it was easy to come up with seven reasons the club is great.” As a regional winner, Houser receives a $75 gift card. “The $75 Best Buy card comes at an amazing time for me,” says Houser. “I’m buying a laptop for my freshman year at King College this fall. I started at the club 12 years ago and it’s made a huge impact on my life. Competing in the digital arts contest was something I enjoyed doing.” Through Club Tech, members are introduced to the world of clay animation, robotics, game design, digital movie making, photo illustration, graphic design, music production and Web design. Youth follow an interactive, age-appropriate curriculum and complete various projects. Club Tech was created by Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Microsoft in 2000. Partnering with Comcast and Microsoft, BGCA provides technology program access to some 4.2 million youth served through Club membership and community outreach at some 4,000 clubs.

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Ron and Karen Withers have been married 50 years.

Withers Ron and Karen Withers are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married June 24, 1960 in Fairfax County, Va., and have resided in Sevier County for the past 26 years. Both are longtime real estate brokers, with Ron having served twice as president of the Great Smoky Mountains Association of Realtors. He was the owner of Tennessee Title Services. Karen, formerly a

school teacher, was the owner of Sterling Trust Company in Sevierville and Gatlinburg. Presently they, with two others, are co-owners of Huck Finn’s Restaurant in Pigeon Forge. The couple has two sons: Dave, a commercial airline pilot who lives in Sevier County; and Dan, a real estate attorney who lives in Fairfax County. There are four grandchildren.

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KUMC is also looking for other local churches and businesses to partner for the event. Volunteers and donations of school supplies and other items are needed as well as cash donations. Families must pre-register their children before

July 31, must live in Kodak or the immediate area, and children must be present on Aug. 7 to pick up the school supplies. For more information and to register, e-mail to kodakback2school@gmail. com or contact the church office at 933-5596.

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Submitted Report The Tennessee Valley Anagrammers Scrabble Club hosted a group of 48 word game players from all over the nation for the seventh annual TVA Scrabble tournament at Knoxville’s New Harvest Park. The host group was represented by 11 players, five of whom play in the Smoky Mountain division in Sevierville. Six of the locals won cash prizes. TVA Club director and tournament co-director Trisli Harrop, standing in to level the field due to a late withdrawal, won first place in her division with a 12-3 record, outdistancing her closest rival by three games. Sevierville player Frank Schin finished fourth in the same division. In the fourth division, the top three finishers all had 11-4 records. Knoxville’s Chaunda Robinson finished second by four points, ahead of Sevierville’s Ruth Lewis by 15 spread points. Sevierville players Dave Moersdorf and Dick McHugh won two performance awards each. The Tennessee Valley Anagrammers Scrabble Club meets on Mondays at 6 p.m. at Books-A-Million in Governor’s Crossing, and on Thursdays at 6 p.m. at Books-A-Million on Kingston Pike in Knoxville. It’s free to participate. Interested players or spectators are welcome. For information, call Schin at 712-5543 or Dick McHugh at 436-0419. July 4, 2010.

B4 â—† Religion

The Mountain Press â—† Sunday, June 27, 2010

P u bl i c p u lp i t

Jesus wants clear footprints headed to Kingdom of God By ARNE WALKER My wife and I enjoy playing Scrabble when we are on vacation. I recently enjoyed a conversation with a friend who plays Scrabble competitively. As I listened I was quite aware that he has taken that game to quite another level. He continues to take his game to a new level as he has a clear picture of one of the highest ranked players in the Southeast. John the Baptist took his faith response to Jesus to another level as he said Jesus must increase in his life but he must decrease. The Apostle Paul startles us as he claims to be the chief of sinners. He has taken his conscience to another level as he has drawn closer to the Lord Jesus Christ and in the light of holiness his sin is glaringly clear. Football will soon be in full swing and there are players working hard to take their game to anew level. Runners and swimmers compete against their own time to take their individual sports to a new level. In the realm of the physical we understand clearly what it means to take our game to the next level. Teachers in school challenge us to take our mental growth to the next level. Some students take accelerated courses. I visited recently with a young man who, while in high school, earned a semester of college credits beyond his high school diploma. We are reminded of the financial payback of taking our mental growth to the next level. Mitt Romney in “No Apology� cites $400,000 lifetime gain for a high school diploma and $1.7 million for a college degree. Have you given any serious though as to what it takes to move your emotional maturity to the next level? One of the many high prices of alcohol, drug and other addictions is that you freeze your emotional growth at the level the addiction commences. I’ve heard more than one mother say what a joy it is to see their son who has a real girlfriend. He has moved his emotional growth to the next level as he does not think only of himself but her thoughts, her feelings, her likes and dislikes are all important to him. Then watch out when marriage comes and here is a proud daddy of a precious baby girl — Wow! What a special thrill there is to see what fatherhood has done to

move him emotionally to the next level. By now you are sensing Pastor Walker is sneaking in another message on the well-rounded square, just in a different packaging. Guilty as charged, but it seemed the perfect framework for this message. Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man. The backdrop fits. Of course all of this is leading up to our spiritual growth. What does it look like to take our walk with Christ to the next level? Here is a guide that fits a lot of growth. Our motivations tend to move from have to, to ought to, to want to. Honestly name where you are in response to prayer, Bible reading, worship attendance and you can see where the next move is to be. Some people focus only on the things they don’t do. Moving to the next level for them may be to ask for heaven’s sake, what on earth are you doing? You have the call to be a peacemaker. You have the challenge to be alert to what is just. You have Christ’s example of what it means to be compassionate to the lonely, the different, the developmentally challenged and delayed and more. What does it look like to be more Christ-like? Is unconditional love a spontaneous manner of relating to others? To move to the next level may mean coming to grips with a life that is all about me or limited to earthly values or to move beyond that. It means to tap the power of the Holy Spirit to be a person for others.

This may have happened by now, or may be still in the future. We will honor a couple up front and behind the scenes serving their Lord in gratitude for all he has done for them. They would prefer no public recognition. We need to do it for our expressions of gratitude are growthproducing as well. Ponder these blessings if you will. Jesus saves us from sin to live for something outside ourselves. Jesus gifts us with true freedom. Jesus gifts us with the peace of God which passes all understanding. Jesus gifts us with the Holy Spirit who empowers us to optimize our potentials as a well-rounded square. He entrusts all of this to the ministry and mission of the church to get out this good news and be clear footprints pointing to the Kingdom of God. Johnny, say thank you. As a kid you said it maybe because you had to. Then the motivation deepened as you sensed you ought to say thank you for blessings received. Then it became integrated into your very being as you said thank you because you wanted to count your blessings. Name them one by one. So goes part of an old Gospel chorus. Then pray that the Holy Spirit might assist you to move up to the next level of gratitude for all God has done for you in Christ. May we each move more towards this being our naturally normal response. — The Rev. Arne Walker is a semi-retired pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America who resides in Gatlinburg.

Smoky Mountain Bible Institute Lesson #12 Welcome to class. Please take out your Bibles and prepare to take copious notes as the information that follows is of great value‌. Let’s continue our discussion on archeology but let’s shift our attention to some more recent historical events—let’s say around 2010 years ago to 1985 years ago. In essence let’s look at some of the sites from the life of Christ that reflect great consistency with the biblical narrative contained in the Gospel accounts of His life. The Church of the Nativity: There are ancient records that record the cave upon which this church was built, and which was a point of Christian pilgrimage as early as the first century AD. Whether or not it is the exact cave upon which this church was built, this almost 1700 year old church is clearly in a place and in the town that fits the biblical narrative. The Holy Land is filled with many Churches built on similar locations. The annunciation, the crucifixion, and many other significant events in Christ’s life are marked with churches in the locations where those events happened. Some may be yards from the actual location but few biblical scholars question whether most of these churches sit in the general location of these biblical events. The City of Woe: Bethsaida has had much archeological work done since its discovery in 1987. Biblical maps made since that date now accurately show this dried up harbor city which is the birth place and home town of Peter, Andrew and Philip. Only Jerusalem and Capernaum are mentioned more in the Gospel accounts than Bethsaida. But Jesus condemned Bethsaida, as recorded in Matthew 11:21 and Luke 10:13. The town was destroyed around 66-68 AD and never rebuilt. Capernaum Synagogue: During His ministry in Galilee, Jesus taught and healed at the synagogue in Capernaum. There is clearly a black basalt foundation from the time of Christ beneath the ruins of a synagogue built some 350 years later. It is easy to tell the difference between the two because the newer stones are white. Jericho: The accent city of Jericho remains uninhabited. However, there is a modern city that bears its name close by and there was a city close by in Jesus’ day as well. That is the location of Herod the Great’s winter palace--the same Herod who was King when Jesus was born. It also is the same place that Jesus met Zacchaeus the tax collector. That’s right—the same short man in the sycamore tree from the Sunday school song. There was a heavily traveled road between Jerusalem and Jericho, the same one Jesus used in His parable of the Good Samaritan. The historical accuracy of scripture is a real thorn in the side of those who would dismiss it as fable and myth. Bethesda: The pool by the sheep gate with the five covered colonnades where Jesus healed the cripple man as recorded in John 5:2. You can visit the ruins of that pool today. It has been unearthed since 1956, and portions of all five porticos have been reconstructed as well. Lazarus: Let’s end this month with a resurrection. The town of Bethany exists and was a regular stopping point for Jesus and His apostles as they traveled to and from Jerusalem. Bethany had a cemetery and about 1700 years ago a church was built over what is believed to be the tomb from which Lazarus was raised from the dead. That tomb was preserved and is open to the public today. It is empty just like the one in the church of the Holy Sepulcher, but the resident of the tomb in Bethany returned to the grave while the resident of the tomb of the Holy Sepulcher conquered death and sits at the right hand of God and is daily present in your life. Tune in next month when we will continue to examine some artifacts from the time of Christ and the early Church. Thanks for attending S.M.B.I. ‌class dismissed

In Christ, Pastor Robert Portier Saint Paul Lutheran Church 1610 Pullen Road, Sevierville TN 865-429-6023 Service times: Sun 8:30 & 11:00, Wed 7 PM

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Pursuant to the ByLaws of the East Sevier County Utility District, The Board of Commissioners will conduct a meeting at the District Office at 1081 Cove Road, Sevierville, TN 37876 at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 to conduct any business brought before the Board.

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Now hiring: Front Desk Clerks & Housekeepers. Apply in person, Park Tower Inn, 201 Sharon Dr., P.F.

FT Dietary & FT Security position available. Apply: MtnBrook Village, 700 Markhill Dr. General Labor $9/hr. Sevierville manufacturing company hiring 10 positions for temp-hire. Packing, loading and unloading. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Background check required. Call 865523-5166. Mobile Mechanic needed. Must have own tools. We provide truck. Knowledge of gas & diesel engines. If interested, Call 4533152 Ask for Jim

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Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts has an immediate opening for a fulltime Accounting Clerk. The successful candidate should be energetic, have computer experience, with an emphasis in Microsoft Office applications, organized and able to work independently with attention to detail. Accounting/ bookkeeping experience preferred. Competitive wage and benefit package available. Qualified applicant should submit resume and compensation history to: Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts Attn: Accounting Clerk Search P.O. Box 567 Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Carrs Northside Cottages Highway 321, Gatlinburg looking for neat, dependable, honest persons for Housekeeping. Please apply in person between 7am-3pm.

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

Riverstone Resort & Spa is now hiring for Front Desk Clerks, Relief Night Auditor & Housekeeping positions. Apply in person at 212 Dollywood Ln., Pigeon Forge, left at traffic light # 8. 237 HEALTHCARE American Homepatient, a leading National Home Medical Equipment provider is seeking an experienced Service Tech for our new location in Sevierville. The position is a dual role of customer service in the office and service tech. activity in patient home. Candidate must have exceptional customer service skills, be organized and able to multi-task with good computer skills. For consideration send resume to fax 865966-3586 or email cherri.phillips@aho m.com.

CAREGIVER Del Rio, Newport and Sevierville Home Instead Senior Care is seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced person to provide non-medical home care services in Del Rio. Must have flexible schedule and be available to work weekends. We offer competitive pay and a bonus program. Health insurance and retirement plans available. To learn more about how you can make a difference, please call our employment line tollfree at 1-877-5815800 or visit us online at www.homeinstead.com/428

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Riverchase Motel Pigeon Forge now hiring dependable, experienced Front Desk clerk for 311pm shift. Apply in person 3709 Parkway. Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort 915 Westgate Resorts Road Gatlinburg, TN 37738 APPLY IN PERSON

Four Seasons Motor Lodge in Gatlinburg hiring Experienced Mature Dayshift Clerk and Housekeepers Please apply between 7am-3pm. Front Desk Clerk Looking for friendly person with excellent people skills and some computer experience. Year round position with benefits. Tree Tops Resort of Gatlinburg 865-436-6559 Hiring immediately for housekeeping and front desk. Please apply in person at Rocky Waters, 333 Parkway, Gat. 865426-7861. MasterCorp Inc., is hiring Housekeepers, Housemen and Supervisors. We offer excellent wages, training, and weekly pay. Must be able to work weekends. Please apply in office at 275 Rainbow Rd. Sevierville, TN.

Now hiring relief night audit, breakfast attendant & p.m. maintenance. Apply in person 2440 Parkway, P.F.

A Grand Moving Sale! Fri., Sat, Sun. 8-6 Appliances, furn., tools, antiques, etc. Corner of City Park & Ridge Rd.

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Part time & full time p.m. Cash & Servers. No tip sharing, no tipping out. Apply in person at Cracker Barrel, 2285 Parkway, PF.

2 Burial Lots at Smoky Mountain Memory Garden Pigeon Forge 1200.00 each OBO

Call David 865-382-1844

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248 CABIN CLEANING Part time cabin cleaners needed. Call 865-868-1470.

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Affordable Office Space for rent in busy complex. 800sq.ft. with nice layout. Semi furnished. Three office’s & conference room. Also, break room w/frige. $550mth. Call 865388-5455 for more info. GATLINBURG Deal! APT./SHOP - office space. water incl. 621-3015. Office building for rent. 119 South Blvd, just off pkwy. $475 mth. 933-6544 Warehouse/office space with loading dock for lease in Sevierville. Climate control, 2,700 sq. ft. $1,400/mo. 865-256-4809 or 865-654-6042. 693 ROOMS FOR RENT

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

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Day care in Kodak $85/wk. Food incl. CPR /First Aid cert. Trina 643-4441. 356 STORAGE BUILDINGS

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Low Weekly Rates 436-5179 Greystone Rentals Red Carpet Inn 349 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN

Room mates or young couple. Possible lease option to buy. 3 mi. to PF/Sev. Local ref. Leave msg. 865201-4902. 696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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Day Lillies for sale. Thompson Day Lillies. 10104 Asheville Hwy, Strawberry Plains, TN. Free Day Lily with purchase. 9330713

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584 FEED, SEED & PLANTS 307 CHILDCARE

MasterCorp Inc., is hiring Housekeepers. We offer excellent wages, training, and weekly pay. Must be able to work weekends. Call 865-436-1026. Leave message if no answer.

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DOLLAR DVD: Huge Sale. VHS - $1.00 each. Disney VHS - $2.99 & up. All DVD’s - Buy 4, get 1 Free. All DVD rentals $1.00 per night. (incl. New Release)We rent, buy, sell & trade. 535 Dolly Parton Pky. K.O. Square, beside Ole Smoky Discount Tobacco. Owner: Kim Pierce 865-428-4620.

Park Village Apts is seeking a full-time maintenance man. Must have own tools, pass background check and drug screen. References required, apply within. No phone calls please.

605 BUSINESS RENTALS 3300 or 6600 sq.ft. retail/ showroom space for rent in busy complex, with large delivery door. $2200mth for 3300 sq. ft. or $4000mth for 6600 sq.ft. Call 865-388-5455 for more info.

Admin Assistant Front Desk Supervisor Night Auditor Security Officers Laundry Supervisor Bartenders PM Housekeeping Supervisor Housekeeping Inspector Housekeepers General Maintenance Cooks Food Servers

238 HOTEL/MOTEL Clarion Inn Willow River, 1990 Winfield Dunn Parkway (Hwy. 66) Sevierville now hiring housekeeping Apply in person.

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601 TOWNHOUSES FOR RENT Traditional townhouse 2BR 1.5BA Smoke free & pet free. $525 mth + $525 dep. Call 4285781.

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

3BR Apartment for rent in Kodak. $700/mo + deposit. Call Barbara 865-368-5338

A Great Location. 2 blocks off Parkway near Walmart. 2BR/2BA w/carport, w/d & water furn. Approx. 1400 SF, non-smoking environment. No pets please. $695 month. Year lease. Call 865-453-5396.

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BELLE MEADOWS Available in July 4BR/2BA, 2 car garage. Approx. 1870 sq. ft. $1,200 865-429-2962

Log Cabin in Gatlinburg, 1BR partially furn. $600. + elec. Water furn. NO PETS! Ref. req. 865-430-9082.

Swimming Pool

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CROSSCREEK 2BR/1.5 BA to 2BR/2BA garden apts. $545 to $580 Trolly access 865-429-2962

2BD 5 min. from Sev. $135/wk. 1st, last + damage deposit due. References, no pets, no smoking. 621-2300.

RAKE IN great finds with the Classifieds.

FOR RENT Sevierville Fully Furnished Large basement apartment. Private entrance, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Kitchen, Large Living room. $675 per month $100 damage deposit, utilities furnished. No pets. Shared Laundry. Credit Check & References. Great for singles or couples. Call 4293813 GATLINBURG, 2BR unfurn. water incl. No Pets. dep req. 865-621-3015. Large 1BR Water, app furnished. No pets. Ref. $450 + dep. 680-3078. Large Studio Apt. in Seymour. Full kitchen, private bath, king bed, fireplace, large deck overlooking mountains. $500/mo + util. 680-4182. No Saturday calls. Mountain View Townhome apartment for rent 2BR 1.5BA. Newly remodeled with hardwood flooring & new carpet. Located in Gatlinburg. $650 mth 1st mth rent & security deposit required. For more information call 865-868-0449 Mon-Fri 8:30am5:30pm or 865356-3015 after hours & weekends

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

1BR/1.5BA, fully furn. Log Cabin. Convenient to Gat. & PF. $250/wk, all utilities incl. 865292-9162. 2 BR w/loft on Nichlos St. $550/mo with $500 Dep. 865932-9691. 2 Story House, 3BR/ 2BA house near Dollywood. Carport, deck, 1 acre lot, $895/mo. 865654-9150. 2BR/1BA, newly remodeled. Douglas Dam area. $625/ mo. + security dep. No pets. 865-4281277. 3 Br, 2 1/2 Bath home in woods. $750.00 + SD. 1 yr lease. 865-774-6796.

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$745/mo. (865) 908-6789

REALTY PLUS 428-8155 New Homes Under Construction: Sevierville: Call Renee'/Alicia Approx. 1620 SF 3/2 Gar. $170,000. Approx. 1540 SF 3/2 Gar/Basement $154,900. Approx. 1462 SF 3/2 Gar. $159,900. Approx 1444 SF 3/2 Gar. $159,900. Kodak: Approx. 1400 SF 3/2 Gar. $149,900. Builder Blow Out New Town Home 2BR/ 2BA Awesome views! Lg. Master BR, Stainless Appl. $93,900 Call Alicia.

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3 BR / 2 BA WITH GARAGE IN KODAK AREA $950.00/MO. + DEP. NO PETS. 865-712-5238 Hwy 321 Pittman Center area. 1&2 BR cabin on creek. Fully furnished. Utilities included. $200 & up per week 850-2487

4BR 3BA 2300 sq ft. Garage. Sev. $1200 mth + dep. 865-654-0222

BANK OWNED PIGEON FORGE – Furnished 2 story cabin with deck, ďŹ replace & more. Only $104,900. Special ďŹ nancing available with as little as 3% down. Nancy Webb. GATED COMMUNITY – Specious 3 br, 3.5 ba, 2350 sq ft, 4 yr old, 2 story resort cabin with many features & nice view. Good deal at $189,900! ($34,000 below tax appraisal!) Special ďŹ nancing available with as little as 3% down. Bruce Webb. Webb Properties, LLC (865) 922-5500 Please call for our weekly list of foreclosures.

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FSBO in Pigeon Forge 3BR 2BA, lg kitchen, fp, util rm w/ sink, landscaped lg lot. Must see! $145,000 865-7747650 Get away from it all in this furnished 1 br log cabin w/many features. Only $69,900. Possible owner financing. Bruce Webb, 865/922-5500. Webb Properties. Get away from it all in this furnished 1 br log cabin w/many features. Only $69,900. Possible owner financing. Bruce Webb, 865/922-5500. Webb Properties. Rancher lease option 3Br, 2Ba, 1,870 sf. Den $164,000. 1433 Cherokee Cr. 966-9354. 711 CONDOS FOR SALE

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OWNER FINANCING 2 - 2BR CABINS NEXT TO DOLLYWOOD on rental program. $15,000 DOWN $255,000. Call Renee’.

2BR/2.5BA, 1,058 SF, 1 car garage, all appliances, W/D, gas log FP, Sev. $125,000 unfurn., $128,000 furnished., 865-286-5019, or 601-507-0471.

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Pontoon 2002 Weers 20 ft. 2003 90 HP. Johnson, AM/FM, CD Radio, Horn, Headlights, Shade Top, Ladder for Swimmers, Trailer. Mint condition $7,800. 335-5727.

607 Haggard Drive

$159,900

Sunday, June 27th 1 PM - 3 PM Call 865-850-7253 for directions. Rhonda Jernigan Prime Choice Realty

OPEN HOUSE June 27, 2-5pm. 1406 William Holt Blvd. 2BR/2.5BA Condo. $129,900. 865548-1125. 714 LOTS FOR SALE Boyds Creek/Cool Springs Sub. Lot 64, $49,900. 865654-6155.

Riverdale Subdivision 3 lots. 865-6546155 718 LAND FOR SALE FSBO: 5.5 acres, 2800 sq. ft. shop. Powder Springs area. $115,000. 865712-5067. 721 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

943 AUTOMOBILE SALES

Nice 3BR Doublewide with Family room, All Appliances. Will move to your land or family lane, WAC, Call Bill @ 865-360-9959.

1966 Ford Galaxy. 289 Auto. $2700. Call Benny 865607-6542.

831 MOBILE HOME PARK LOTS

Tent Sites Indian Camp Creek Rent by day or week. Utilities & wiďŹ Bathhouse Available Near the Park 850-2487 837 CAMPER SALES 1995 Camper, Catalina Kroger. Like new. Fully furn. Sleeps 4. 865-850-0521.

1/2 Acre Commercial Zoned Lots, Kodak exit 407, $89,000. 865-654-6691.

1992 Mercedes 190E for sale. 4 door, silver, runs great. 865-453-5968

2002 JAGUAR X-type, 3.0, gray w/black interior. Nice car. $4000 OBO. Call 865-607-6542. 945 TRUCK SALES

1984 3/4 ton Chevy Truck. King cab. Collector model. Good farm truck. $2500. 1995 Pontiac GrandAm. $600 Call 865-201 4902. 950 MOTORCYCLE SALES

2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic. 16,504 mi., silver. Lots of additional accessories. $5,000. No trades. 865-603-0813. In Gatlinburg.

New 5000ft warehouse/ exit 407 Sale or lease $2650.mth. 865654-6691

ABSOLUTE

6 LOCATIONS

Comm./Res. 210’ Road Frontage on 1 Ac. $120,000. Call Renee’.

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SELLING 271 + ACRES IN 6 LOCATIONS SMOKY MOUNTAIN FOOTHILLS, COCKE COUNTY, NEAR NEWPORT, TN

Level 1+ Acre Lot w/views $19,000. Call Renee’. Renee’ Weiss 865-680-5564. Alicia Roy 865-809-3420

!,, 3/,$ !4 2)6%2 &!2- ,/#!4)/. s &!2- ,!.$ s -/5.4!). &/2%34 s (/-% s ,!+%&2/.4 DIRECTIONS FOR SALE: All properties at the other 5 locations will sell from under the large tent here: From Downtown Newport take Hwy. 321 North, go 3.5 mi. Turn right on Good Hope Rd. Go 0.8 mi., turn right on Secluded River Cr. Go 1.1 mi., turn right on Fairfax Rd. Go 0.2 mi. to Sale Day Auction Site #1 on right.

3BR 2BA in Sevierville area. $750 mth $750 dep. No pets. Call 680-4615 3BR/2BA Home in Gat. Fully furn. $325/wk All utilities incl. 865-292-9162.

710 HOMES FOR SALE

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699 HOME RENTALS

3209 Gold Dust, 3BR/3BA ch & a, NO pets. $900mo., 1st, last 368-5002.

Cute 2BR/1BA walking distance to school. $800/mo. – $800/dep.

On Lake! 1BR Townhome. Elect./H2O incl. $160 wk + dep. 865-640-8751

Low Income 1BR some furniture. 865-654-8702

PF,

King’s Hills: 3BR/2BA, newly remodeled, new carpet, FP, all appl., w/d, $900 mo. 1 yr. lease, 865-385-9530.

712 OPEN HOUSE

Custom Homes, Additions, Garages, & Remodel Coplen Construction, 865654-6691.

DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE P.F.

Apartments for rent. $525-$675/mo. 2 BDRM, w/d hookup. Locations in Sevierville & Pigeon Forge.

710 HOMES FOR SALE

SEVIERVILLE Free credit check, 7 days free rent, salt water pool, 2BR, 2BA, 1,114 sq. ft. $675.00 & up. 865429-4470.

SITE #1: 40 AC. RIVERFRONT FARM, 6 TRACTS - EVERYTHING SELLS FROM THIS SITE SITE #2: 193 ACRES ROCKY TOP ESTATES IN 18 TRACTS 1-70 ACRES EACH SITE #3: TWO 3+ACRE TRACTS, WHISPER WIND SITE #4: NEWER 1500 SQ. FT. HOME NEAR COSBY SCHOOL SITE #5: 25+ ACRES DOUGLAS LAKEFRONT RECREATIONAL PROPERTY SITE #6: 5+ WOODED ACRES NEAR PARROTTSVILLE TO BE SOLD HIGH BIDDER CHOICE-NO REGROUPING 10% BUYERS PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO EACH SUCCESSFUL BID

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LEADERS IN REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS SINCE 1953

3140 Newport Hwy. Sevierville, TN 37876

Auc. Lic. #335 Real Est. Lic. #214075

AUCTIONEERS: Edd McCarter Chuck McCarter, Auctioneers Keith McGregor, Apprentice Auctioneer

WE SELL THE EARTH

(865) 453-1600 Scott E. McCarter, CAI

Keith Shults Brent Shults Lisa M. Carroll Megan McCarter Cates Amanda M. Williams

697 CONDO RENTALS

SEVIERVILLE, TN PREMIER COMMERCIAL

OWNER TERMS NO QUALIFYING

13.63 ACRE TRACT FRONTS HIGHWAY 66 #1 ROUTE TO THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS Land has been in same family over 60 years A very rare opportunity to buy Land sells in 1 tract to highest bidder New Furn 2BR/2BA, on Pkwy, pool, elec, water, cable, wifi, $1100 mth. 423-838-3303.

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

DIRECTIONS: On East side of Hwy. 66, WinďŹ eld Dunn Parkway, between Downtown Sevierville and Exit 407 of I-40 across from Clarion Inn. TERMS: REAL ESTA TATE: 10% Deposit day of sale, balance due at closing within 30 days. All successful bidders will be required to sign a note for the deposit amount with the contract, in addition to deposit paid day of sale. Note shall become null and void when buyer shall complete all requirements for closing as set out in their contract. PERSONAL PROPERTY: Cash or good check day of sale.

698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS

10% BUYERS PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO EACH SUCCESSFUL BID

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3140 Newport Hwy. Sevierville, TN 37876

Classifieds 428-0746

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2 & 3BR mobile homes for rent Must have refs. No Pets. Call for info 428-3096

AUCTIONEERS: Edd McCarter Chuck McCarter, Auctioneers Keith McGregor, Apprentice Auctioneer

105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

Advertise in The Service Directory! Only $99.75/month 428-0746

106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Toll Free: 1-877-282-8467

LEADERS IN REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS SINCE 1953

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(865) 453-1600

106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Scott E. McCarter, CAI

106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Keith Shults Brent Shults Lisa M. Carroll Megan McCarter Cates Amanda M. Williams

115 ROOFING SERVICES

DIGGIN’ FOOLS

Knoxville Skylights 5 Star Skylight Specialist

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

865-438-9030

118 EXCAVATING

Excavating

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

Phone Sam 865-453-6811

Does dirt work, Clearing, Driveways, Home Site, etc. Russell 865-654-3573

117 ELECTRICAL

Sutton’s Excavating 30 years experience House seats, Septic tanks, Footers, Roads 654-5708 or 654-7111

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Sunday, June 27, 2010 â—† The Mountain Press

Sign in France for Sgt. Robertson

These are photos of tribute wreaths plus French and U.S. flags being laid at the base of Sgt. Lloyd Robertson Jr.’s road marker at Utah Beach in France. This was done on June 10, the anniversary of his being killed in action during D-Day in 1944. The action is being taken through the leadership of David Ashe of Ravenoville, France, who had sent a letter to The Mountain Press about Sgt. Robertson, a Sevier County native. Celine Schwab Lautour, a friend of Ashe’s. is laying a wreath at the foot of the monument. The people in the photos include Shaun Fitzpatrick from Randolph, N.H. (in shirt and baseball cap); his wife Bev (in jacket, jeans and glasses); Shaun’s cousin Ellen Fitzgibbons (jacket with longer hair); Mark Connell (jacket and T-shirt), family friend of Shaun; CĂŠline Schwab Lautour (in jacket); and Ashe (jacket and baseball cap). Robertson was a native of Sevierville. His body was initially buried in Normandy and later moved to Sevierville. A roadside marker in Ravenoville, “Robertson Road,â€? originally erected in the late 1950s, commemorates the sergeant. There are 86 such markers in the vicinity honoring 43 GIs from the 6th Engineer Special Brigade which landed at Utah Beach on D-Day. All were subsequently killed in action. The photos were taken by Ashe and sent to Jim Miner of Sevierville, who provided them to The Mountain Press.

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DAR Good Citizenship Award winners

Submitted

Submitted

Caton’s Chapel School: Daniel Watson and Taylor May.

New Center School: Ashley Pridemore and Devin Narwani.

The Spencer Clack Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, has presented Good Citizenship awards to eighth-grade students of eight county schools. The students were

Submitted

Sevierville Middle School: Blake Gibson and Amiti Little.

chosen for their honesty, trustworthiness, moral strength, good behavior, service, courage, sportsmanship, leadership, patriotism and good attitude. Students receiving the awards: Taylor May and Daniel Watson of

Caton’s Chapel; Shelby Maxwell and Josh Gibson of Boyds Creek; Alexis Hall and William Proffitt of Jones Cove; Amiti Little and Blake Gibson of Sevierville Middle; Jade Bradley and Dennis Tabisz of Catlettsburg; Mitchel

Perry and Kayla Atchley of Northview Middle; Ashley Pridemore and Devin Narwani of New Center. Also honored were Erin Thomas and Matt Gainey of Seymour Middle, whose photos were not included.

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2010 SILVERADO REG. CAB LT

22,357

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ATTENTION ADVERTISERS: July 4th Deadlines Will be closed on Monday, July 5th for Independence Day. Holiday Deadlines: Retail and Classified Display Advertising Issue: Deadline: Saturday 7/03/10 4UESDAY s PM Sunday 7/04/10 7EDNESDAY s .OON Monday 7/05/10 7EDNESDAY s PM Tuesday 7/06/10 4HURSDAY s PM Wednesday 7/07/10 &RIDAY s .OON Thursday 7/08/10 &RIDAY s PM Spotlight 7/09/10 &RIDAY s PM Classified Line Advertising Issue: Deadline: Saturday 7/03/10 4HURSDAY s PM Tuesday 7/06/10 &RIDAY s PM In order to serve you better, please observe these special deadlines. If you need assistance with your advertisement, please call your ad representative today at 428-0746 or 428-0748. Open weekdays 8am -5pm.

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