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Controversial plan facing officials
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By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer
5Working for a living Holiday for some is just another day at work for others
SEVIERVILLE — County planning officials will likely be forced to once again mediate a tense standoff over a site plan when they meet at 5:30 p.m. today in the courthouse. On the agenda for the Planning Commission is a site plan from Jesse Cook to construct 24 apartment units on 1.25 acres he owns on Sky Drive in Seymour.
That proposal has come under considerable fire in recent months from residents of the Shooks Gap Subdivision, who worry about the negative impact such development could have on their own properties. Cook has submitted a plan drawn up by Vision Engineering and Development Services that calls for three buildings to be erected on the land holding eight units each. Access to the property would be from Sky Drive and the apartments would be served by a 36-spot parking lot.
Neighbors of the property on Sky Drive and Burnett Lane have appeared at a majority of the Planning Commission’s last few monthly sessions, at times raucously interrupting the proceedings as they shouted down Cook and County Planner Jeff Ownby. They have even gone so far as to demand that the property be rezoned, from its current C-1 (rural commercial) district, which allows for apartment development, to R-1 See Plan, Page A4
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Water main breaks Water service interrupted Monday Page A5 Derek Hodges/The Mountain Press
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Sevierville Fire Department personnel work to extricate victims of a Monday morning crash on Highway 66 that sent 18 people to area hospitals, three of them with life-threatening injuries.
Three critically injured in wreck By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer
Low: 60° DETAILS, Page A6
Obituaries Paul A. Baker, 88 William ‘Art’ Baker, 68 Eulas Lee Dinkins, 79 Katherine Housholder, 90 Donna Marie King, 58 Mildred Lowe Moon, 63 DETAILS, Page A4
Index Local & State . . . . . A1-6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . A5 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . A8-9 Advice . . . . . . . . . . . A13 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . A13 Classifieds . . . . . . . A9-12 Nation . . . . . . . . . . . A14
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SEVIERVILLE — A Labor Day morning wreck on Highway 66 sent 18 people to area hospitals, three of them with life-threatening injuries, and one man to the Sevier County Jail with felony charges pending. A total of six vehicles were involved in the crash, which occurred in the southbound lanes of the busy road just north of the Gists Creek Road intersection about 11:51 a.m. According to Sevierville Police Department Detective Ray Brown, witnesses reported that a Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck occupied only by a male
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Emergency crews used a wrecker to lift a Chevrolet Silverado off the remains of a Mazda Protégé after a Monday wreck on Highway 66. The three occupants of the Mazda, a woman and two children under the age of ten, were taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the truck is in jail with felony charges pending.
Fair gets off to an early start
Miss Ellie, humane society win big in contest From Submitted Reports
By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — The Expo Wheel began spinning and the scratchy calliope recording at the carousel cranked up. Vendors set out shiny candy apples, while the midway game operators began imploring all those passing by to, “Try your luck. One in wins a prize every time.” The 107th edition of the Sevier County Fair officially opened about 4:35 p.m. Monday, a few minutes before its scheduled 5 p.m. kick-off. Organizer Marlene Forrester said she decided to make the declaration that the gates be opened a bit early to accommodate crowds that started gathering about 4 p.m. “I opened a little earlier because there were a lot
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Candy apples sit on a tray in a vendor’s stand Monday evening as the 107th Sevier County Fair gets under way. The fair runs nightly through Saturday. INSIDE Fair schedule 4Page A4
Booth a boost for local couple
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of people waiting outside the gates, so I figured we’d just go ahead,” Forrester said as she watched people streaming into the fair-
grounds Monday evening. “Everything has gone well so far. We’re just hoping that the rain holds off and we have another great fair.” This is Forrester’s first year spearheading the event, taking it over after being hired in the middle of last year. She said she’s put considerable effort
into trying to revive the old-time fair feeling that made the annual gathering so popular in years past. In that vein, the fair is introducing several new displays this year, including a collection of antique home items, photos of See Fair, Page A4
Thanks to the support of Sevier County families, Miss Ellie, star of The Comedy Barn Theater, has won Week 5 of the Cutest Dog Competition and provided more than $10,000 to the Sevier County Humane Society. The online contest sponsored by All American Pet Brands began Aug. 30 and ended at midnight on Saturday, with Miss Ellie garnering more than 9,600 votes. That is the highest number in the competition so far in which more than 50,000 dogs have competed. Miss Ellie also won World’s Ugliest Dog, Purebred Division earlier this year at the SonomaSee Ellie, Page A3
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School system not banning Obama speech to students By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer
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Clyde Emmons works Monday at Cracker Barrell in Sevierville. Emmons said Monday was a busy day at the restaurant as those with Labor Day off treated themselves to a meal.
Laborers work on holiday By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — It is an established and somewhat ironic fact that on the day set aside to honor the American worker, most of them don’t actually have to go in to their jobs on Labor Day. The teachers stay home, the mail sits in boxes waiting for the return of the carriers and the bank deposits languish until Tuesday. Still, it seemed like business as usual for most in Sevier County Monday, as employees across the area worked to keep those who did have the day off and chose to spend it here happy. Attractions, restaurant, hotels and plenty of other businesses that cater to tourists opted to not close their doors Monday, with the unofficial end of summer and a long weekend spurring plenty of folks to spend their time and dollars in Sevier County. For travelers like Kenney Scott, who stopped in Sevierville with his family for a meal Monday afternoon on their way back to their West Tennessee home, the day was a chance to let someone else worry about things for a change. “I work in the asphalt business and we usually get the day off,” Scott said. “It’s a nice break. Most of the time we just stay at home, but this year we went over to Bryson City to the Singing in the Smokies. We usually go to the one on the Fourth of July, but this year we decided to come for Labor Day.” While Scott and the tens of thousands of others like him in the area Monday were relaxing, people like Clyde Emmons and Liz Rittner were laboring. The pair were staffing the cash registers at Cracker Barrell on Highway 66 during the lunch rush. “The last couple of days have been very good – very busy,” Rittner said. “We’ve had a good crowd today.” Among that crowd, Rittner said there have been a few comedians, ready to make light of her having to work on the holiday, though she doesn’t begrudge it. “I ask them if they’re having a good Labor Day and they say, ‘Why yes, but I didn’t have to work like
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All around handymen Walter Bohanan, left, with 33 years at Dollywood and it’s predecessors, Steve Lenz, four years, and Dusty Riley, seven years, work on the belt driven ice-cream churners at Dollywood. The trio are part of a seven-man team that bounce around the park fixing anything from HVAC systems to carpentry and plumbing. you,’” Rittner said with a laugh. “I don’t mind being here. I have to work other holidays, too. Everyone else is off, so we get to see them when they come through.” Keith Brewis also got to see all the folks with a three-day weekend pass by. A manager at the Days Inn Apple Valley, Brewis worked throughout the weekend and on the holiday. Like Rittner, he said he doesn’t mind filling in on the holidays, even volunteering to do it to allow others the chance to stay home. “My family’s all in Canada, so I wouldn’t have been doing anything even if I had the day off,”
Brewis said. “I work all the holidays they need me for. I tell people that’s just part of this business. It’s something you have to be prepared for if you’re going to work in a hotel. The doors don’t close. We’re open 365 days a year.” With none of his relatives close by, Brewis said he’d as soon spend the day with his work “family” than sitting home alone. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that there’s a television in the lobby near Brewis’ post. “Let’s put it this way, there’s a football game on at 3 o’clock and there’s another one on this evening,” he joked. PIONEER WOODS Covering the Gatlinburg, Cosby, Hartford & Newport Areas • Truck and Trailer Rentals • Moving Supplies
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cast is on. With the address scheduled for a time when many local students will be eating lunch, the matter may turn out to be a wash for some, as Parton said the program will not be shown in the schools’ cafeterias. Apparently some of the concerns about the speech were prompted by suggestions from conservative pundits that the presentation would include a requirement that teachers have students write Obama a letter explaining how he inspired them or complete an essay on what they can do to help the president. The White House has denied those claims and it seems they’re confirmed by local officials. Far from being an organized effort to indoctrinate students, Parton said he first learned about the speech through a news report last week. To his knowledge, no communication about the address was sent from the administration or anyone else in Washington, and there is no curriculum for teachers who show it. East Tennessee isn’t the only place the speech has proved controversial. School systems across the country have been struggling with the decision on
how to handle the address, with some sanctioning it, some allowing like Sevier County is doing and a few outright banning it. Despite the furor, this isn’t the first time a president has reached out to the nation’s youth. Among other presidential forays into the lives of youngsters, President John Kennedy was regularly featured in the pages of the Weekly Reader – an educational supplement used in many of the nation’s classrooms in years passed – in the early 1960s. The text of the speech was released Monday by the White House. It includes encouragements for children to work hard and build a brighter future for themselves and the country. In it, Obama tells the students he’s working hard to equip their classrooms as they need to be, and ends with an affirmation. “So I expect you to get serious this year,” the text reads. “I expect you to put your best effort into everything you do. I expect great things from each of you. So don’t let us down – don’t let your family or your country or yourself down. Make us all proud. I know you can do it.”
SEVIERVILLE — Local school system officials say they’re OK with today’s presidential address to the nation’s students being shown in classrooms here, though they’re not pushing for that to happen and are going to allow students to opt out of watching the program. The speech, which will be broadcast on C-SPAN and has been billed as an effort by President Barack Obama to encourage the nation’s students to work hard as they start a new school year, has caused some controversy as parents fear it might be politicized. Those concerns have prompted at least two school systems in Tennessee to ban teachers showing the address, while most administrators in East Tennessee have adopted a posture similar to Sevier County Director of Schools Jack Parton’s. “As of right now, it’s going to be at the principals’ and teachers’ discretion as to whether that is shown in the classrooms,” Parton said. “If teachers believe they can work it into the curriculum, they can watch it. It is not something that is going to be coming from the system or encouraged by us in the Central Office.” Rocky Top Medical Center Neither encouraged nor Welcomes discouraged, Parton said he believes some teachers Wendell “Keith” Porter, P.A. will decide to show the program, pointing out the Accepting New Patients address will carry some Well Baby, Child & Adult Exams merit given it will come from the president. Still, ROCKY TOP MEDICAL CENTER children in those classes 1105 Oak Cluster Dr. • Sevierville, TN 37862 won’t be forced to view the address if they or their 908-3636 • Mon.-Thurs 8:00-5:00 • Fri. 8:00-12:00 parents would prefer they Most Insurance Accepted not. “Parents can opt to have their children not watch it if they’d prefer they don’t,” Parton said. CIVIL LITIGATION “This isn’t something we had time to send notes home about, so we will also allow the students to make that decision for themselves. There will be appropriate, individualized instruction for those who opt out, I’m sure.” While students can decide to leave a classroom showing the speech, those whose teachers don’t show it won’t be allowed to leave their classes for another where the broad-
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Few items on BOMA agenda By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer
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Jayne Vaughan, executive director of the Sevier County Human Society, accepts a check for more than $10,000 from The Comedy Barn and Fee/ Hedrick Entertainment Group. From left are, Megan Fee; David Fee, CEO Comedy Barn Theater; Miss Ellie, Star of Comedy Barn Theater; Dawn Goehring, Miss Ellie’s Handler and Vaughn.
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Marin County Fair in Petaluma, California. “To go from World’s Ugliest to World’s Cutest speaks volumes for Miss Ellie�, said Dawn Goehring, Miss Ellie’s trainer and a performer at The Comedy Barn Theater. “Miss Ellie has such a passion for her cause as an unofficial spokesdog for the Sevier County Humane Society that people just love her.� David Fee, CEO and President of The Comedy Barn Theater and Miss Ellie’s sponsor for the contest, pledged to donate $1 for every vote that Miss Ellie received. With the combined prize money of $500 as a finalist in the
Top Twelve, The Comedy Barn Theater donated $10,129.00 to the Sevier County Humane Society. “We are so grateful to the people of Sevier County who voted every day and to the media outlets that donated space and airtime for the cause!� says Fee. “The animals are the real winners.� “It is so heartwarming to see this community work together for the animals,� said Jayne Vaughn, Executive Director of the Sevier County Humane Society. “The love and support for Miss Ellie has been incredible.� Now that Miss Ellie has been voted one of the Top 12 finalists in the online contest, she is eligible to win $1 million dollars. The Comedy Barn Theater has agreed to donate 100 per-
cent of Miss Ellie’s winnings to the Sevier County Humane Society. “We’re so grateful to Dawn, David and the folks at The Comedy Barn Theater for everything they’ve done for the animals,� Vaughn said. “Our building is in such disrepair that this money is desperately needed and will really go a long way.� Miss Ellie will compete as one of the Top 12 dogs in an online voting competition, then the Top 4 dogs will go before a panel of judges to determine the Grand Prize winner of $1 Million Dollars that will be announced Thanksgiving Day. For more information and to follow the contest, go to http://www. comedybarn.com� www. comedybarn.com.
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Editor’s Note: The following information was taken from the intake reports at the Sevier County Jail. All people listed within this report are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. u Abrea Lara Alberto, 28, of Clintwood Way in Pigeon Forge, was charged Sept. 5 with violation of a General Sessions Court probation. He was released. u Robert Atkins, 21, of 2041 Big Chief Sky View in Sevierville, was charged Sept. 6 with general theft. He was released on $1,000 bond. u Long Thanh Bui, 35, of Swannanoa, N.C., was charged Sept. 5 with being a fugitive from justice. He was being held. u Larry Anthony Dingee, 23, of 1505 Norton Street in Sevierville, was charged Sept. 6 with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He was released on $1,500 bond. u James Allen Edens, 24, of Cosby, was charged Sept. 6 with being a fugitive from justice. He was being held. u Pete Edward Fagan, 54, of 528 Sourdough Holler Road in Kodak, was charged Sept. 5 with domestic violence assault. He was released on $2,500 bond. u Landon Kyion Fergusan, 20, of Kingsport, was charged Sept. 5 with violation of a General Sessions Court probation. He was being held. u Mark Thomas Gilbertson, 39, of Knoxville, was charged Sept. 5 with theft of property, theft criminal simulation $1,000-$10,000, possession of drug para-
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SEVIERVILLE — The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will have a light agenda when it meets at 7 p.m. today in the Civic Center The meeting was rescheduled from Monday because of the Labor Day holiday. The Board will also hold a workshop starting at 4 p.m., to review several items, including an update on the expansion of Highway 66 and on downtown parking. The workshop agenda also calls for discussion
of traffic control devices, review of the road to the new Catlettsburg High School and updates on the Federal Emergency Management Agency flood maps and Winterfest lights. Items on the regular meeting agenda include: n Second reading of rezoning for property on Veterans Boulevard and London Lane from low density residential use to arterial commercial use n Second reading of rezoning property on Park Road from low density residential use to intermediate commercial use
n Closure of Bruce Street during the Smoky Mountain Auto Fest n Closure of Old Douglas Dam Road during a Robert Tino event n Purchase of equipment for the police department using grant funding n A $115,372.41 change order for water and sewer extension to Burden Hill area n Purchase of new equipment for the McCroskey Island office and warehouse for $13,244.15 n jfarrell@themountainpress.com
Vending couple hopes fair is great By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — You might say the Sevier County Fair is much better than fair for Bill and Sherri Monday – it’s a lifesaver. The Seymour couple is among the vendors filling the midway this week, proffering candy and caramel apples, cotton candy, and popcorn, among other treats. For them the event and others like it offer a way to fill in the income gaps created when Bill was among those laid off from Sea Ray’s Knoxville manufacturing plant late last year. It’s also much more than that, though. Sherri began selling the treats with her dad — 71-yearold Ernie Lewis who’s still going strong in the concessions business — when she was just a girl. From that young age, she knew she wanted to follow in his footsteps. “I guess I was about 10 when I first started working with him,� Sherri said as she watched fair-goers stroll the midway Monday evening. “I can remember being 15 and tell-
ing him that I would have a stand of my own one day.� That dream languished for some time as the couple pursued other endeavors, though Sherri continued to help her dad. Then one day the motivation came, and Bill began work on building a trailer to fulfill his wife’s wish. He gave it retractable awnings, water and electric service, and stocked it with all the little things needed to run the enterprise. There’s a popcorn machine on one side, and a pair of cotton candy makers — one for pink and the other for blue — at the front of the car. As it happened, the effort wrapped up just in time to give the couple some extra income after Bill got that news from his
former employer. Though he’s been called in since to help with some fabrication jobs, it’s been the food sales business that’s sustained the couple. “It’s just slowly growing,� Bill said. “This has really helped. We’ve been blessed.� The pair are touring their little wagon around, making stops at local fairs, racetracks and festivals. With this year their first time at the local event, they’re hopeful they’ll have a good week. “This kind of thing, it just depends on a lot of factors as to whether it’s a good week. It’s a gamble,� Bill said. “If it rains all week, we’re in the hole. We’re hoping it stays nice.� n dhodges@themountainpress.com
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Obituaries In Memoriam
Mildred Lowe Moon
Mildred Lowe Moon, age 63 of Sevierville, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2009. She was a member of Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church and a faithful customer to Wal-Mart. She was preceded in death by her husband Lother “Buck” Moon, son Greg Stroup, parents Geneva and Clarence Lowe, and sister Margaret Carlton. Survivors: son, Jeff Stroup and wife Cathy; daughters, Melissa Ballard and husband Eric, Kristen Sandoval, Robbie Stewart, Sherry Moon; grandchildren, Tiffany, Eric, Bryan, Shane, Haley, Ryan, Alexis, Hannah, Zoe, Stephanie, Shannon, Michael, Alicia and Crystal; several great grandchildren; sister, Cindi Elsberry and husband Doug; sister-in-law, Diane Stroup; extended family and friends, her dog China, Olivia Crisp, Marilyn and the gang from Jon Boys Memorial service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church, Goose Gap Road, Sevierville, TN 37876.
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In Memoriam
William “Art” Baker
William “Art” Baker, age 68 of Dandridge, formerly of Ridgeville & Portland, Indiana, passed away suddenly at his home on September 4, 2009. He was the former owner of Baker Grain in Indiana and owner of Advanced Computers in Tennessee, also numerous other ventures in Indiana. He was a member of the Smokey Mountain Computer Users Group and a member of Swannsylvania Baptist Church. He loved using computers, woodcarving, and volunteering his skills and time to improve other people. He is survived by his wife of 17 years: Joy Baker, his children: Brian (Leesa) Baker of Yuma, AZ, Angela (Brian) Bentz of Portland, IN, Cristie (Chuck) Dickey of Muncie, IN, Krista (Brad) Stein of Portland, IN, Karla (Scotty) Taylor of Turtletown, TN, Patrick Ronald of Indiana, Kristopher (Deidra) Kaufman of Kodak, his mother: Alice Platt Baker, and brother Jack Baker, 13 grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and other family members, also several friends in the East TN region. Funeral service will be at 8pm on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in the chapel of Farrar Funeral Home in Dandridge, with the Rev. Mike Hensley and Rev. Tom Shelton officiating. Family will receive friends from 6-8pm prior to the service in the chapel. Graveside Interment will be on Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 11:00am in Oak Grove Cemetery in Kodak. Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home in Dandridge, 162 E. Meeting Street, Dandridge, TN 37725, 865-397-2711
and husband Mike; friends and employees at TJ Development n www.farrarfuneralhome.com Katherine Housholder, 90, of and McBride Co., Knoxville, Pigeon Forge died Saturday, Tennessee September 5, 2009. The family will receive She was born September 22, friends from 6-8PM Tuesday, Manchester, and Sue Whedbee, 1918 in Pigeon Forge. Preceded September 8 at Atchley Funeral Knoxville. in death by her parents D.M. and Home, Sevierville. The family will receive friends Mattie Belle Butler Housholder of from 5-7 p.m. on Tues. 9/8/09 Pigeon Forge and her brotherwith funeral service at 7 p.m. at in-Law Clyde J. Peery Sr. of n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com Highland South Memorial, 9010 Maryville. East Simpson Rd., Knoxville. She is survived by a sister, Paul A. Baker Entombment services will be at Marceil H. Peery, Maryville, and Paul A. Baker, 88, of Seymour 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 at a brother, James A. Householder died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009 at Highland South. In lieu of flowand wife Julia, Sevierville; home surrounded by his famers, please make donations to nephew Clyde J. Peery Jr. and ily. Born Nov. 12, St. Judes Children’s Hospital or wife Kathryn, Maryville. 1920, he spent other children’s charities. Funeral service was held 3PM most of his life in Guest book may be signed at Monday, September 7, 2009, this community. www.highlandmemorialparks. at the First United Methodist Early in his employ- com Highland South Memorial Church of Pigeon Forge with ment at Alcoa Park, Funerals and Cremations Rev. Bobby Barton officiating. Aluminum Co., he is providing arrangements. Interment will follow in Pigeon took leave of absence to serve Forge Cemetery. The family his country with the U.S. Army will receive friends from 1PM in WWII. He served in China, Eulas Lee Dinkins to 3PM Monday at First United Burma and India and was proud Eulas Lee Dinkins, 79, Methodist Church of Pigeon to be among the “greatest gen- of Seymour, died Sunday, Forge. Memorials may be made eration” to fight for our country’s September 6, 2009. He was a to First United Methodist Church, freedom. member of Union Valley Baptist P.O. Box 157, Pigeon Forge, Paul was preceded in death Church. Mr. Dinkins was a TN 37863. Arrangements by by parents Columbus and Ethel retired construction worker and Atchley Funeral Home. Baker, two brothers and two was also self-employed as a sisters. tree surgeon for 20 years. He n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com He is survived by his wife of 63 loved to fish and hunt. He years, Hester Emily Baker, and was a loving husband of 56 five children, Darlene (Lamarr) years, devoted father, and proud Donna Marie King Reed, Knoxville, Paula (Dale) Pappaw! Donna Marie King, age 58 of Schultz, Seymour, David Baker, He was preceded in death Sevierville died Friday September Knoxville, Vickie (Wil) Milligan, by his mother and father, 4, 2009. Valrico, Florida, and Randy Hugh & Nelly Dinkins; brothSurvivors include, special (Teketa) Baker, Sevierville; ers, Clayton, Ernest, Ford and friend, Doyle Oakley; mother, 9 grandchildren and 3 great- Hugh; and sisters, Lib, Jewel, Betty King Krebs and friend grandchildren. He is also sur- and Eula Irene. Merlin Womack; sister and vived by sisters, Mary (Tony) Survived by his wife of 56 brother-in-law, Roxanne Sales Reagan, Seymour, Dixie Gibson, years, Verna Mae Dinkins;
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(rural residential), which would not. That effort failed, but the neighbors, organized in part by County Commissioner Bill Oakes who represents the area, have committed to presenting a unified front at upcoming meetings in an effort to obstruct the plan. Those folks say they worry about the effects such development might have on their properties, saying they fear the apartments may bring criminals into their neighborhood, could increase traffic beyond the capacity of Sky Drive, and even worrying cars parked at the buildings could roll down a hill and into their homes. Cook has pointed out the property is properly zoned for the development and that county planning officials previously told him he would be able to use it for the apartment complex. He may have another argument today because, with everything appearing to be in order with his plans,
it seems likely he’ll get the endorsement of the planning staff. Ownby said in a previous meeting in which Cook’s plan was discussed that the property is probably not “best suited” for use as Cook intends it, but that there are no legal issues with the plan that would force the county to stop it. The neighbors have promised they’ll file their own suit against Cook if his proposal is approved. Surprisingly, the likely debate over the Cook plan has eclipsed the expectation there could be fireworks related to a proposal to enter the county into the National Flood Insurance Program, which will also be on today’s agenda. The Planning Commission will be asked to recommend for adoption by the County Commission 22 pages of new regulations on development in floodprone areas. The rules address things like building homes constructed in those areas at an elevation to keep them out of flood waters and ensuring new structures don’t impede the flow of flood
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waters. Many who have watched the proposal for participation in the program, which is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, speculate there could be some heated debate as county officials consider the new regulations. Previous efforts to join the program have been shot down as County Commission members, concerned the rules may lead to a lose of property rights, voted against the move. It remains to be seen how the Planning Commission’s members will react to the proposed regulations. Also on the agenda for today’s meeting is:
sons and daughters-in-law, James Dinkins, Ray & Judy Dinkins, Mark Dinkins and fiancé Darlene, and Brian Dinkins; daughter and son-inlaw, Rosalee & George Webb; grandchildren, Sarah Oliver & husband Craig, and Kristin Brown & husband Matthew; great-grandchildren, Serena & Shayla Oliver, and Avalyn & Alison Brown; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy & Bonnie Dinkins; sisters and brotherin-law, Frances Julian, and Joanne & Robert Bean; special sister-in-law and caretaker, Joyce Justus; special friend, Jim Valentine. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to the home health and hospice caregivers who helped him during his final days. Funeral service 7 p.m. Tuesday in Atchley’s Seymour Chapel with Rev. Ed Cloud and Rev. W.A. Galyon officiating. Interment at noon Wednesday in Dupont Cemetery. Pallbearers: Matthew Brown, Jim Valentine, Terry Poor, Dave Wolfe, Johnny Kegg, Craig Oliver, Junior Sharp, and Mike Leatherwood. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Atchley Funeral Home, Seymour, 122 Peacock Court, Seymour, TN 37865 (865) 577-2807.
“Fairs Gone Bye” and a county history contest for local students. “We’re trying to recapture the spirit of the good old fairs of the past,” Forrester explained. “They were a great time for the community to come together and for everyone to really just enjoy themselves for a few days. That’s what we still want it to be today.” While old may be the name of the game, there are plenty of new things going on at the fair this year. Monday evening brought the traditional Fairest of the Fair pageant, but also welcomed the first-ever Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley sound-alike competition, put on by Big Mama’s Karaoke Cafe. The Jules & Beck midway rides have returned once again, while Monday evening welcomed a mascot parade and dance-off, another first. Of course the Methodists have returned with their chicken and dumplins, and the Ruritans are still offering their fried green tomatoes. However, among the new elements of the fair are concessions offerings from the Sevier County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD). This is the first time the group has participated in the event. It’s also the first time the concessions stand under the grandstand that they’re using has been opened for the fair. “I’ve done concessions for years and I did one here for a gun show this spring,” SCVFD Engineer David Stiles said. “I told Marlene we’d like to do it for the fair. She thought I wasn’t serious, but she came back in July and asked me again, and I told her we were willing.” The group is working the booth in an attempt to raise some much-needed funds they plan to use for general operations and equipment purchases. “We need a new building, so that’s a big chunk of money,” Stiles said. “Our donations are down this year, obviously, for
n Petting zoo (next to Red Barn) n Sevier County Museum Walk (Exhibit Hall) n Fairs Gone By Photo Wall (Exhibit Hall) n Community Displays (Exhibit hall n Money Pole: 6:30 n Food Court n Food Court entertainment (6-8)
Today (5-10 p.m.) 6: Cattle show 6: Turtle race (red barn) n 7: Fairest of Fair (center stage) n 7: Watermelon seed spitting contest (next to red barn) n n
Wednesday (5-10 p.m.) From 5-7 bring in two nonperishable food items per person and get 2-for-1 admission n 6: Dog show (red barn) n 6: Cattle show (cattle barn) n 7: Extreme skateboard demonstration (arena) n 8: Sevier Attitude Wrestling
Thursday (5-10 p.m.) Seniors 50+ admitted free n 5:30: Kids Dance Showcase (center stage) n 5:30: Karaoke (red barn) n 6: Sheep show n 7: Ice cream eating contest
Friday (5-10 p.m.) Military, veterans & civil servants free admission with ID n 5:30: Karaoke (red barn) n 6 & 7: Grilling demonstrations n 6: Sheep show n 8: James Rogers heads musical show
Saturday (3-10 p.m.) n 5:30: Karaoke (red barn) n 5:30 & 6:30: Grilling demonstrations n 6: Goat show (cattle barn) n 7: Capt. Jack Sparrow (Center stage) n 8: Pirates of the Mississippi concert
good reason. So, anything we can raise is more than we’ve got and we need it.” For more information on the fair, visit the Web site www.myseviercountyfair.com.
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Rezoning Requests n From Donald Hite for property at 111 South Old Sevierville Pike from R-1 to C-1 with no intended use specified n Kip Atkins, 939 Boyds Creek Highway, R-1 to C-2 (general commercial) for an auto repair shop Concept Extension n Twin Creek Ranch on Dixon Branch Road Minor Plat Review n Patrick and Cynthia McPhilomy property, a five-lot subdivision on 6.3 acres on Grassy Branch Road, Grassy Branch Loop and Hawks View Trail Final Plat Review n Wears Valley Estates/ Alpine Vista, a 14-lot development on 39.18 acres off Happy Hollow Road.
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Main break interrupts water service By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer
Two men charged in burglary From Submitted Reports
River, Stahlke said a considerable amount was lost before control valves could be shut off. “It was a major water line, so I’m sure there was a significant amount of water lost,� Stahlke said. “That is a 10-inch line and it’s the main line that goes down Newport Highway.�
The break interrupted water for only a brief time for some of those served by the 10-inch main, with crews working to switch off some areas and bring in water from others to serve them. However, for at least a small area the water was off from morning until about 2 p.m.
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Tuesday, Sept. 8 Angel Food
Angel Food Orders: n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge. 429-2508. n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 9081245. n 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Kodak United Methodist Church. 933-5996.
Seniors In Touch
Seniors In Touch (S.I.T.) meets 6-7:30 p.m. at MountainBrook Village, 700 Markhill Drive, Sevierville. 428-2445.
Wednesday, Sept. 9 Sevierville Story Time
Sevier County Main Library story time 10:30 a.m. 4533532.
Veterans Luncheon
First Baptist Sevierville luncheon honoring veterans 11:30 a.m. Sept. 16. RSVP by today to 453-9001. Speaker Bobby Welch, Vietnam vet.
Reading Club
Inspirational Reading Club meets at 1 p.m., Seymour Library. 573-0728.
Garden Club
Sevierville Garden Club meets at noon, Room 133 at the Sevier Senior Center. Greg Johnson freelance opinion columnist will speak on the Great Smoky Mountains 75th Anniversary. Lunch provided.
Angel Food
Angel Food Orders: n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 9081245. n 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Kodak United Methodist Church. 933-5996.
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Video Game Night
Family Video Game Night, 4-7 p.m., Seymour Library. 577-7511.
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United Way Picnic
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Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries provides hot meals 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Sevierville.
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Two Kodak men are in jail after allegedly being caught in the act of burglarizing a rental cabin. A Monday news release from the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office reported that on Thursday Officer Nathan Carr was patrolling the Hidden Mountain Cabin Resorts around 11 p.m., when he spotted a vehicle with a Sevier County tag parked at a cabin located at 1743 Ridgecrest Drive. Rich C a r r stopped at the cabin, and as he exited his vehicle he saw a male subject run from Vaughn the cabin and another jump from the porch. Both men were apprehended a short time later in the area. The cabin was found to have been burglarized. In the woods behind the cabin, officers found a pry bar and a remote control from the home. A search of the suspect vehicle revealed burglary tools. Jeffrey D. Rich, 27, of 3020 Kathy Drive, and Matthew A. Vaughn, 23, of 504 Carr Drive, were charged with aggravated burglary and possession of burglary tools. Vaughn was being held on $30,000 bond, while Rich is under a $11,000 bond. A Nov. 6 hearing date has been set for the pair.
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SEVIERVILLE — Among those forced to give up a three-day weekend to work on Labor Day were crews from the Sevierville Water Department, who spent much of Monday working to repair a ruptured water main on Newport Highway that left hundreds without service for some time. The break was reported by a passing Sevier County Sheriff’s Department deputy around 10:15 a.m. Monday morning after he spotted water bubbling up out of the ground just off the eastbound lane across from the county Convenience Center. It took until the afternoon to complete work to fix the leak. City of Sevierville spokesman Bob Stahlke said it’s not apparent what caused the line to rupture, though any number of factors can lead to a break. Though officials aren’t sure how much water flowed out of the pipe, down a drainage ditch, into a small stream and on to the Little Pigeon
When the call about the break first came in, it caused some confusion among dispatchers, who did not know if they should call Sevierville or Sevier County water officials. It ended up being Sevierville crews, who have a contract with the county to maintain the lines, that did the repairs. The break meant some minor troubles for many who live and work in the area. A maintenance worker at an apartment complex just up the road from the leak said he was getting calls from tenants complaining they had no water service by 10:30 a.m. Kelly Collins, an employee at the Kenjo Market just about a mile from the break, said Monday afternoon the store had been without water for much of the day. Though operations there continued as usual, including at the store’s grill, the day was complicated by the most basic of human needs. Derek Hodges/The Mountain Press “People can’t go to the restrooms at all,� Collins A ditch on Newport Highway fills with water said. “It’s been kind of after a water main break around 10 a.m. Monday morning. inconvenient.�
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Church to host veterans lunch
First Baptist Church will host a luncheon to honor military veterans beginning at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 16. All local veterans wanting to attend should RSVP by Wednesday by calling 4539001. The speaker will be Bobby Welch, a Vietnam veteran.
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Library Luau to be held Thursday
The fourth annual Library Luau on Thursday at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies will benefit Anna Porter Public Library. Luau tickets are $75 for adults and $10 for children. For more information, call 436-5588 or visit www.annaporterpl. org. The luau is an islandthemed party held throughout the aquarium. Theticket includes food, beer and wine, and live music.
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United Way picnic set for Thursday
The city of Pigeon Forge United Way picnic will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at City Park. A hiot dog or hamburger meal with chips, drink and dessert will cost $5, with proceeds going to United Way. To-go boxes will be available.
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Majors to be banquet speaker
On Thursday, former Tennessee football coach Johnny Majors will be the keynote speaker at the fourth annual Cherish the Child Foundation donors’ dinner to be held at Music Road Convention Center. The event will begin at 7 p.m. Cherish the Child Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise money and community awareness for Smoky Mountain Children’s Home. For more information contact Todd Rose at 453-4644, ext. 130, or e-mail to Trose19662000@yahoo. com.
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70 cities say no to guns in parks NASHVILLE (AP) — About 70 cities have opted out of a new law permitting handguns in parks. However, gun-rights groups say they will press lawmakers to take the matter out of local governments’ hands unless they reconsider. From the large cities of Nashville and Memphis, each with more than a half-million people, to rural communities such as Watertown — population 1,400 — local city and county councils have voted to close their parks to handguns. Supporters of the bans say they will protect park users, especially children. Opponents, however, say the
bans will create a patchwork of rules and that they fly in the face of the law’s intention, which was to make it possible for people who are licensed to carry a handgun to take their weapons into more public areas. “This has been way overblown,” the law’s sponsor, Sen. Mae Beavers, R-Mt. Juliet, told The Tennessean newspaper. “I think if you just mention guns to some people, they think it’s a bad thing.” Most of the state’s urban centers have voted to ban guns. And bans have been reinstated in many suburban and rural communities, to the disappointment of gun-rights
Missionary John Sutton of Pigeon Forge is collecting items for the Tabernacle Baptist Children’s Home in Greenville, S.C. He will deliver the items in September. Items needed: cereal (oatmeal, dry cereals, etc.), toilet paper, liquid or powdered detergent and canned goods. Items are needed by Thursday, Call Sutton at 654-0707. GATLINBURG
Smokies film to make debut
Local Smoky Mountain history writers and experts will be on hand in Gatlinburg on Saturday, during a reception before the premiere of “Vintage Views of Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 1920 to 1970.” The “Meet the Author” session will begin at 5 p.m. at Riverside Motor Lodge. The special screening of the 80-minute film will be presented at 7 p.m. The authors reception and live bluegrass music precede it. Call 436-0500 for reservations. Tickets are $10 at the door. Seating is limited.
groups. A handful of cities have rejected bans, and many more have not held votes at all. In those places, guns will be allowed in local parks. Gun-rights supporters say they have been pushing against an ingrained prejudice against allowing guns in parks. The ban is “the safe vote,” said Wallace Redd, a Clarksville city councilman and the city’s mayor pro tempore. “They just want to keep the status quo.” Gun-rights groups had hoped they could persuade most governments in the suburbs and rural communities to reject park bans.
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quote roundup “If there were civilian casualties or injuries, of course we deeply regret that. At the same time, it was clear that our soldiers were in danger. Consequently, I stand clearly behind our commander’s decision to order the airstrike.” — German Defense Minister Franz Josef Jung in comments to German broadcasters as tension between Germany and the U.S. rise over Germany’s role in ordering an airstrike that was carried out by U.S. fighter jets that appears to have killed Afghan civilians.
“There was absolutely no wrongdoing on the part of Mr. Merriman. He essentially was doing what was appropriate under the circumstances in trying to protect the safety of Miss Tequila. There were numerous eyewitnesses that will support his version of the events that transpired at his home.” — Attorney Todd Macaluso in comments during a telephone interview after his client, Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman, was arrested and accused of choking and restraining his girlfriend, reality TV star Tila Tequila.
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Kennedy no saint for Catholicism The body had barely been laid to rest with a presidential eulogy plus all the pomp and circumstance fit for a king or a Kennedy, when politcos began buzzing: “Another Sen. Kennedy in Massachusetts?” asked The Associated Press. What’s the next episode of the long-running Kennedy saga in American politics? The media was fascinated. Wall-to-wall coverage of Sen. Kennedy’s death was record-breaking in recent times, according to a new Pew report. Kennedy coverage accounted for 27 percent of the news in the week of Aug. 24 to Aug 30. “Kennedy’s death indeed generated more coverage than that of any other political or celebrity figure since (the Project for Excellence in Journalism) began the News Coverage Index in January 2007. The next closest was pop star Michael Jackson, whose June 25 death accounted for 18 percent of that week’s coverage,” Pew reported. Unfortunately, almost nobody was watching. For example, a Ted Kennedy tribute “The Last Brother” on CBS got trounced by “Wipeout,” a recap hour of “America’s Got Talent” and a “Bones” rerun among 18- to 49-yearolds. Are people getting tired of the Kennedy clan? For Catholics of a certain generation, the Kennedy brothers represent a particular glory moment in history: The American Catholic community, after decades of persecution, emerged at last — strong, united, vigorous, electing a new president to prove it. Alas the strength and the unity and (perhaps) the vigor of that moment proved fleeting. Under the acid of the sexual revolution and the leftward jerk in American politics, the Catholic consensus faded. The years of the trouble began. Father Mark Hession, Sen. Kennedy’s parish priest, delivered a homily at the funeral Mass that epitomizes the problem American Catholic leadership faces today. It’s not so much that the good father came to praise Caesar. Even Kennedy’s critics must realize that a funeral homily would not be the time to rake even a public figure over the coals for his public sins. Ted Kennedy is in the hands of God now. May his soul rest in peace. So the man was lionized as a hero at the moment of parting. (If Michael Jackson, why not Ted Kenendy?) But Father Hession in his homily took the next disturbing step: He came perilously close to pronouncing Ted Kennedy a saint for his public life. Matthew’s gospel, Father Hession reminds us Catholics, lays out “tests for entrance” into heaven. “I was hungry, you gave me food; I was thirsty, you gave me drink. ... “In this text on this day, our memories and our hopes converge. These works of the kingdom were daily concerns of the public life of Teddy Kennedy,” Father Hession preached. “Our confident Christian hope is that the fruits of his work as a political and public figure have well prepared him for God’s kingdom.” Ted Kennedy’s politics will get him into heaven? Here’s my naive question for the good father, and for Cardinal Sean O’Malley, who watched him preach: Can you be a good Catholic and vote for and advocate for the legal killing of the unborn? Is advocating for abortion really a pathway to heaven? It’s a good thing for the Catholic leadership that so few young adults were watching. Because after watching a Catholic priest from the pulpit preach the Gospel According to Ted Kennedy, what is the next generation supposed to think? — Maggie Gallagher, president of the National Organization for Marriage, is known for her conservative social policy analysis of social trends and conditions. (C)2009 Maggie Gallagher. Distributed by Universal Press Syndicate.
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Spend a day at the fair Annual event builds community spirit and is a good bargain for entertainment and family fun There’s perhaps nothing that brings families and the community together more than a county fair. This week we’re privileged to have under way the 107th rendition of the Sevier County Fair, where there as many activities off the midway to enjoy as on. Agriculture, of course, makes up a large part of the fair, with exhibits of field crops, fruits and vegetables. Farm animals will be groomed and putting their best hoof forward in the livestock shows. Domestic arts are also featured, with everything from quilts, aprons, doilies, pillows and Christmas decorations on display. Culinary arts will get their time in the spotlight with home canning exhibits. The shelves will be lined with jars filled with colorful fruits, vegetables, soups, jams and jellies. Don’t forget to look for the baked goods and candies. Artwork in the form of photographs, drawings, sketches and paintings will be on display in the exhibit hall. They’ll share the space with artwork from local school children.
Local residents with green thumbs will show off their skills in the flower show. A new feature to the exhibit hall is the Fairs Gone Bye Photo Wall and the Museum Walk inside the annex. The formerly unused annex is filled with antiques on loan from local families and a portion of one wall is filled with photos taken at past Sevier County Fairs. The goal is to fill the wall with more pictures each year, so don’t forget to take your camera to the fair this year to add photos of your family to the wall next year. Outside the exhibit hall there will be many ways to occupy your time. Pit yourself against others in today’s watermelon seed spitting contest next to the red barn or watch the turtle race inside the red barn. You can also root for your favorite contestant in the Fairest of the Fair pageant. The rest of the week will be filled with more of the same. A dog show, skateboard demonstration and wrestling event on Wednesday, with a special 2 for 1 admission if you bring two
nonperishable food items for the Sevier County Food Ministries. It’s senior day Thursday, with residents age 50 and over admitted free. Watch the kids dance showcase, karaoke contest, or take your chance at the ice cream eating contest. Military veterans and civil servants are welcome with free admission on Friday with identification. There will be more karaoke, grilling demonstrations from Walters State chefs and a patriotic musical show featuring James Rogers. The fair wraps up Saturday with more grilling demonstrations, entertainment from a Capt. Jack Sparrow look-alike and music from Pirates of the Mississippi. And don’t forget your appetite. Civic organizations will be offering up everything from the to-be-expected hamburgers and hot dogs to chicken and dumplings. With admission only $5 and free parking, the Sevier County Fair is a good buy in these economic times. Add the fact that it helps build community pride and spirit, and it’s priceless.
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Dear Editor: Today is a big day for the Sevier County Humane Society. Our hometown doggie “Miss Ellie” won week 5 of the Cutest Dog Competition, and will now be in the finalists for the million dollar grand prize. This (Monday) morning we were presented with a check from The Comedy Barn for $10,129. This is for the voters received and the $500 prize offered by the All American Pet Brands. This in itself is a windfall for us right now, as we’ve struggled to care for the increase in the number of animals we’re
receiving. What a blessing. We are grateful beyond words for the outpouring of support that enabled this to happen. Among the many responsible were: The Mountain Press, East Tennessee Radio Group. WNOX (Phil Williams Show), PRAISE 96.7, Premier Billboards, Frank Wilson/Aero Advertising, and of course the Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group, Dawn Goehring (Miss Ellie’s owner and handler), and Miss Ellie herself. And then there is Sevier County. Our wonderful community that really stepped up to the plate and voted and networked and made this possible. Thank you — thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Our next challenge will be in October when the nation votes for the top four finalists, and then a panel of judges will pick the winner from those four. It’s so important that we don’t lose momentum, as we still have these last legs to go — and we will. Sevier County has proven that they can and will come together for the betterment of the animals in our community. God bless you all, and please receive our gratitude (on behalf of those that cannot speak for themselves). Jane Vaughn Executive Director Sevier County Humane Society
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Washington briefing Titans on old team By TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Writer
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NASHVILLE — Receiver Nate Washington wants to play so much with his new Tennessee teammates against the franchise that gave him his NFL start in Pittsburgh he can’t sleep through the night. The Titans signed Washington away from Pittsburgh to add some much-needed speed to their passing game. But the receiver strained his left hamstring Aug. 24, an injury that kept him out of practice until Tuesday and may keep him out of the NFL’s season opener Thursday night. “I’ve been waking up these past couple nights in the middle of
the night thinking of rehabbing some in the middle of my sleep,” Washington said. “It’s definitely something I’ve been trying to pry into myself that it’s a 16-week season. But in all honesty, this game does mean a lot to me. It means a whole lot, whole lot to me to go out and play against these guys. I know the coaching staff is going to take precautions. ... Hopefully, they give me the go ahead.” All Titans coach Jeff Fisher would say Tuesday is no one has been ruled out against Pittsburgh. Washington was limited in his first practice since he dropped to the ground on a long pass route, but did run a few routes during team drills, work that Fisher
called encouraging. Both Washington and the Titans have worked aggressively to help the receiver heal his hamstring. Washington credited the trainers with giving him leeway to perform what he called “nice, hard rehab.” The Titans would love to have the 6-foot-1, 185-pound receiver on the field in Pittsburgh. He was their top free agency signing with a six-year, $27 million deal that included $9 million in guaranteed money, and Washington was the first of many moves designed to improve a passing offense ranked 27th in the NFL in 2008. Washington caught 104 passes for 1,705 yards and 12 touchdowns during four seasons in Pittsburgh after the Steelers brought him in
as an undrafted free agent out of Tiffin. He had his best season in 2008 with 40 receptions and 631 yards receiving with three TDs behind Hines Ward and Santonio Holmes. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin called Washington a spark plug for a locker room through both his play and personality. “They got a great player in Nate. He’s starter capable. He’s been given opportunities in the past few years to play in that role here, and he’s always delivered for us. I’d imagine he’s going to do the same thing for those guys,” Tomlin said. If Washington can’t start, then See Titans, Page A9
Kahne closer to Chase after win in Atlanta By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer
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HAMPTON, Ga. — Four guys are in the Chase for the Championship. Ten others are sweating it out. On to Richmond! Kasey Kahne greatly improved his chances of making the season-ending Chase with a victory Sunday night at Atlanta Motor Speedway, pulling away from Kevin Harvick after a fortunate yellow flag late in the race. Kahne leaped five spots in the Sprint Cup standings — from a tenuous 11th to more comfortable sixth — but he’s not ready to count himself in just yet. The 12-driver NASCAR playoff field will be finalized Saturday night at Richmond, and those are the only ones who’ll have a shot at the Cup over the final 10 races. So far, only Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon,
three-time defending champion Jimmie Johnson and Denny Hamlin have clinched a spot in the Chase. The next 10 spots are separated by a mere 122 points. “It’s going to be intense,” Kahne said. “From fifth to 14th is going to be really intense at Richmond next week.” Kevin Harvick, who won the Nationwide race at Atlanta, was in position for a weekend double until teammate Clint Bowyer spun with 15 laps to go, bringing out the final caution of the night. Kahne got Harvick on the restart and pulled away to an easy 1.766-second win. Harvick knew he was in trouble as soon as the yellow flag came out. So did his crew chief, Gil Martin, who swung his arms in disgust when he saw Bowyer’s car sliding through the grass in the See Kahne, Page A9
Stoops: Bradford prognosis one to two weeks away By JEFF LATZKE AP Sports Writer OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops says it will be a week or two before the third-ranked Sooners have a timetable for the return of Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford from a sprained shoulder. Stoops said Monday on the Big 12 coaches’ conference call that the quarterback has either a Grade 2 or Grade 3 sprain of the AC joint in his right, throwing shoulder. “A lot of it depends on how he heals and how he feels as he’s healing here through the week,” Stoops Melanie Oudin of the United States celebrates her 1-6, 7-6(2), 6-3 upset victory over Nadia Petrova of Russia at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Monday.
said. “In the end, it’s going to be a while before we know what the plan will be.” Bradford was injured in the second quarter of Oklahoma’s season-opening 14-13 loss to BYU on Saturday when he was hit by linebacker Coleby Clawson. Redshirt freshman Landry Jones, making his college debut, replaced Bradford. “The other night, I thought he handled everything well,” Stoops said. “(The offense) doesn’t change. They’re very similar styles of quarterback.” The Sooners play Idaho State of the Football Championship Subdivision
on Saturday in their home opener. Of more concern are games looming against Tulsa on Sept. 19, at Miami on Oct. 3 and the showdown with No. 2 Texas in Dallas on Oct. 17. Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy, who finished second to Bradford in the Heisman Trophy balloting last year, said Monday he sent Bradford a get-well text message. The two became friends during the Heisman festivities last December and then while rooming together at the Manning Camp for high AP Photo/Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Ron Jenkins school players over the Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford lays on the ground following summer. his injury late in the first half of a NCAA football game against BYU in Arlington, Texas, Saturday. Bradford did not return to play in the 14-13 See Bradford, Page A9 loss to BYU.
Down but not out, Oudin rallies again at U.S. Open NEW YORK (AP) — Forget about forehands and backhands. Melanie Oudin’s biggest weapon is her heart. The 17-year-old sparkplug from Georgia proved it again Monday at the U.S. Open, extending her remarkable run to the quarterfinals with another come-from-behind victory, 1-6, 7-6 (2), 6-3 over 13th-seeded Nadia Petrova. Oudin staved off two points that would have put her behind 5-3 in the second set, then rolled through AP Photo/Amy Sancetta
the third, hitting corners with those underrated groundstrokes and taking advantage of 22 unforced errors by her more-seasoned, higher-ranked opponent. Rankings, like her age, however, are only numbers. The 70th-ranked player already had comeback wins over No. 4 Elena Dementieva and No. 29 Maria Sharapova at Flushing Meadows, along with one over former No. 1 Jelena Jankovic this summer at
Wimbledon. Now, she’s knocked off No. 13. Too young to know any better? Maybe. Regardless, she has become the youngest American to move into the quarterfinals at America’s Grand Slam since Serena Williams in 1999. “I think this is going to do a lot,” Oudin said. “I think it’s good for American tennis.” Not the same story on the men’s side. See Open, Page A9
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John Isner of Tampa, Fla., lost to No. 10 Fernando Verdasco, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4, in Armstrong Stadium, assuring the men’s quarterfinals will be without an American for the first time in history. Next door in Ashe Stadium, No. 1 Roger Federer extended his U.S. Open winning streak to 38 with a straight-sets victory over No. 14 Tommy Robredo. Next up in the quarterfinals for Federer is a match against No. 12 Robin Soderling, who Federer beat in the final of the French Open earlier this year to complete his career Grand Slam. Soderling advanced when No. 8 Nikolay Davydenko retired with a leg injury at
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“I told him I’d be praying for him and hope that he gets better soon. ... I wish him the speediest recovery possible,� McCoy said. “I hope that he gets back and plays as soon as he can, whether that’s for us or next week. I want him to be able to play because he’s a great football player.� Stoops also said it would be a few more days before the Sooners have a prognosis on secondteam All-America tight
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the start of the fourth set. “It seems like he’s on a good run again,� Federer said of his upcoming opponent. “I think of him, I think obviously of the French Open final, which was a great one for me.� The U.S. Open is turning into a great one for Oudin. After hitting a forehand to the corner for her 19th and final winner on match point, Oudin threw her racket in the air. This time, however, she didn’t cry any tears of disbelief. Instead, it was twin sister Katherine sobbing in the stands. “It’s kind of hard to explain how I’ve done it,� Melanie said. “Today, there were no tears because I believed I can do it. Now I know I do belong here. This is what I want to do. I can compete with these girls no matter who I’m playing. I have a chance end Jermaine Gresham, who missed the BYU game with cartilage damage in his right knee. Stoops said doctors were consulting with Gresham, a top NFL prospect, before determining a treatment plan. “It affects us in a big way, there’s no denying that,� Stoops said. “Jermaine’s a major presence and player and a go-to guy. It changes the complexion of our offense significantly, but you deal with it.� Stoops said it’s way too early to remind his players that it’s possible for
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WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on December 30, 2003, by Tim Meetze and Lisa Meetze to Priority Trustee Services of Tennessee, LLC., Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book 1874, Page 482, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, LaSalle Bank National Association as trustee for Securitized Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-4, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, October 1, 2009, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Situated in the Fifth Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of Lot 1, Honeymoon Gardens, a planned unit development, as the same appears on a plat of record in large map book 4, page 52 in the register s office for Sevier County Tennessee, to which map specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Subject to the restrictions, conditions, easements, map notations, and all other issues of record in Large Map Book 4, page 52 and volume book 1457, page 339 in the register s Office. Subject to a boundary line agreement of record in WD Book 674, page 575 in the said register s office. Subject to row of record in Row Book 11, page 280, in the said register s Office. Begin a portion of the same property conveyed to Edd Bohanan and wife Jean Bohanan (1/2 Undivided interest) and Marvin C. Rauhuff and wife, Deborah Bohanan Rauhuf (1/2 undivided interest) by quit Claim Deed from Edd Bohanan and Marvin Carroll Rauhuff and recorded in Deed Book 1041, Page 317 and dated March 22, 2000 and recorded on March 22, 2000, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. For source of title to the grantor see Deed Book 1874, page 478, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, TN. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2036 Ridge Road Sevierville, TN 37863 CURRENT OWNER(S): Tim Meetze and Lisa Meetze The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o rxk Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 226.0932055TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com
436-4471 or 621-2941
Retail Shop, Elks Plaza Gatlinburg 1000 sq ft. 436-7550. 610 DUPLEX FOR RENT *
FOR RENT * Available Sept. 1st 2BR 1BA Duplex 900 sq ft, like new. Washer & Dryer & Refrig. included Between PF & Sev. On Denton Rd 5 min. to Dollywood or hospital. $625 mth/$500 dep. * 865-654-6505 * Duplex for rent: Big River Overlook, Sevierville 2BR 1BA W/D hkup. $550 mth $500 dep 1 yr lease. 428-0731 leave msg. RIVERTRACE 2BR/1BA Duplex 1 car garage, quiet area. Some pets welcome. $665.00 865-428-4470
Private motel room. Great for 1 person! 1 Bed, full size refrig., microwave, cable TV, $120 weekly, $50 deposit, 436-7745 Gatlinburg. 696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT ************************** •Sevierville 1BR deck. Water and W/D inc. $450 mth. •Also studio $425. •Also 2BR/2BA all utilities & laundry included.1st & last. Pets welcome.865774-3553. **************************
*1br/1ba, 784 sq. ft. *2br/2ba, 1114 sq. ft. *screened porch *large closets *outside storage *TVA energy efficient *professional decor *fully equipped kitchen *washer/dryer conn. *Pool & Clubhouse *some pets welcome *vaulted ceiling & skylight
RIVERTRACE 2BR/1BA Duplex 1 car garage, quiet area. Some pets welcome. $665.00 865-429-4470 693 ROOMS FOR RENT
$545-$735
Includes Phone, Color TV, Wkly Housekeeping Micr./Frig. Available $169.77+
Family Inns West Pigeon Forge 865-453-4905
Cable, Laundry, Kitchens, Clean Rooms, NO PETS.
800-359-8913
SEVIERVILLE RENTALS
Apartments, mobile homes and trailer lots for rent
453-2959
2BR/2BA
Apartments for Lease in Wears Valley Quiet and Easy Access. We also have some houses for rent. East Tennessee Realty Group
Near Hospital
Mary D. Miller, Substitute Trustee THE MILLER LAW FIRM, PLLC P.O. Box 26230 Knoxville, Tennessee 37912 September 1, 8, and 15, 2009
BIG BROKER BOB’s REALTY 865-774-5919
FALL SPECIAL
865-429-2962 8 2
PIGEON FORGE 2BD/2BA APARTMENT
1BR EFFICIENCIES IN GATLINBURG includes all utilities
1BR DUPLEX Unit near Sev. Co. High School
FREE First Months Rent
2BR Apts Sevierville $600/mo. + Sec. Dep. water & sewer incl. W/D Hookup, Pet Policy
429-2475
COUNTRY SQUIRREL
APARTMENTS 1 & 2 BR avail. Some Pets OK.
*NICE CLEAN* 1 BD / 1 BA in Sevierville $380/mo. + Deposit
Murrell Meadows and Allensville Road
865-712-5238
654-7033
$
400
WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on September 6, 2006, by David L. Doolittle Jr. and Donna E. Doolittle to Jerry D. Kerley, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book 2619, Page 44, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, September 24, 2009, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: SITUATE in the Sixteenth (16th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being Lot 29, of Twin Bridge Subdivision, as the same is shown by plat of record in Map Book 8, Page 99 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pin in the northern edge of Claybough Road and in the line of Lot 28 and being approximately 1580 feet from the intersection of Priscilla Lane and Claybough Road; thence with the edge of Claybough Road, South 45 deg. 08 min. 23 sec. East 22.51 feet to an iron pin in the line of Lot 30; thence South 51 deg. 17 min. 03 sec. West 107.00 feet to an iron pin in the line of Lot 30; thence leaving the line of Claybough Road and with the line of Lot 30 North 19 deg. 55 min. 12 sec. West 156.03 feet to an iron pin in the line of Lot 28; thence leaving the line of Lot 30 and with the line of Lot 28 North 51 deg. 17 min. 03 sex. East 89.95 feet to an iron pin; thence South 34 deg. 48 min. 29 sec. East 126.47 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing approximately 0.3642 acre, more or less, according to survey of Ronnie L. Sims, RLS #683, dated August 24, 1995. Subject to Well and Satellite Agreement of record in Misc. Book 235, Page 620 in the said Register s Office. SUBJECT to restrictions, reservations and easement as set forth in Misc. Book 16, Page 278, and Map Book 8, page 99 in the said Register s Office. ALSO SUBJECT TO any and all applicable restrictions, easements and building setbacks lines as are shown in the records of the said register s Office. BEING the same property conveyed to David Doolittle, Jr. and Donna & Doolittle by Warranty deed of Joseph Whaley and wife, Anna Whaley of record in Book 2619, Page 42 in the said Register s Office. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3222 Priscilla Heights Lane Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 CURRENT OWNER(S): David L. Doolittle Jr. and Donna E. Doolittle The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Countrywide Bank, FSB OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o LDWatts Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 432.0931114TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com
September 1, 8, 15, 2009
2BR appliances furnished $600 a month $500 security 654-7127 or 748-7946
Apartment for rent 2 Bedroom Large Utility Room Satellite & cable TV, Washer & Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher. Pigeon Forge. One block off Teaster Lane. 865-8092525
696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
2 BR APT. in Pigeon Forge area. $550/mo, $275 damage dep. up front. No pets! 865573- 6859 or 3895229 AVAILABLE!!!!! Short Term Leases!! Sevier Co’s Best Apts. 1BR/1BA & 2BR/2BA $545.00 TO $695.00 865-429-2962 CROSSCREEK 2BR/1BA Townhome $470 per mo. 2BR/2BA Large garden apt $580 865-429-2962 Great 1/1 Downtown Sevierville. $475 mth includes water. 904-806-3318
Kodak 2BR 1BA house C H/A, yr lease. No pets. $495 mth $400 dep. 254-3269
Mountain View Townhome apartment for rent 2BR 1.5BA. Newly remodeled with hardwood flooring & new carpet. Located in Gatlinburg. 1st mth rent & security deposit required. For more information call 865-868-0449 Mon-Fri 8:30am5:30pm or 865356-3015 after hours & weekends Murrell Meadows 1BR/1BA $415 2BR/1BA $455 Perfect for college students. Call 865-429-2962
On Lake! 1BR Townhome. Elect./H2O incl. $160 wk + dep. 865-640-8751
Sevierville/Walters State College 2BR 1.5BA W/D, $650 month 865-654-9826.
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE
WHEREAS, by Commercial Deed of Trust, Security Agreement and Fixture Filing dated December 27, 2006 and of record in Trust Book 2699, page 408 (the Deed of TrustĂŽ), in the Sevier County Register of Deeds Office, Daniel L. Barnett, Philip O. Joseph, Ramona Hargis Knorr, John-David Roddy, and Douglas E. Berry (collectively, the Borrower), did convey in trust to Kenneth Hood, Trustee, a certain tract of land to secure payment of the original principal sum of $1,650,000.00 and other obligations payable to the order of American Fidelity Bank, a Greene County Bank Office, Greeneville, TN (the ĂŹBankĂŽ); and WHEREAS, American Fidelity Bank, a Greene County Bank Office, Greeneville, TN has changed its name to GreenBank (the Bank, GreenBank or Lender) and is the true and lawful owner and holder of the note aforesaid, secured by the Deed of Trust aforesaid; and WHEREAS, by instrument dated August 4, 2009, and recorded in Book 3396, Page 661 in the Sevier County Register of Deeds Office, GreenBank, exercising its authority as such owner and holder, appointed Mary D. Miller, a resident of Sevier County, Tennessee, as SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE; and WHEREAS, default has been made in the performance of the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust and the owner and holder of the Note has declared the entire balance due and payable and has instructed the undersigned Trustee to foreclose said Deed of Trust in accordance with its terms and provisions. NOW, THEREFORE, by the authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee under said instrument, I (or an agent appointed by me) will on the 23rd day of September, 2009, commencing at 11:00 a.m. at the main front entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Sevier County, Tennessee, at which time and place I (or an agent appointed by me) will offer for sale and sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash in bar of all rights and equities of redemption, statutory and otherwise, homestead, dower and all other rights or exemptions of every kind, all of which are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, the property therein conveyed, which property is being sold and is described as follows: SITUATED in District No. One (1) of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lots 35, 36, 37, 38, 39 and 40 of THE PRESERVE AT ENGLISH MOUNTAIN, STILLHOUSE BRANCH SECTION as shown in Large Map Book 7, Page 172, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description thereof. The above description is the same as the previous deed of record, no boundary survey having been made at the time of this conveyance. BEING the same property conveyed to David L. Barnett, Philip O. Joseph, Ramona Hargis Knorr, John-David Roddy and Douglas E. Berry, as Equal Tenants in Common by Warranty Deed from Eagle Rock Development, LLC, dated December 27, 2006, filed of record in Instrument Book 2699, Page 405, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. This conveyance is subject to applicable restrictions, easements, etc. of record in Large Map File 7, Page 172, Instrument Book 2511, Page 724, and Joint Easement in Instrument Book 2482, Page 284, all of record in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. The above described property will be sold subject to any and all unpaid taxes, restrictions, easements and building setback lines, and to any prior or superior liens, judgments or deeds of trust, including 2008 county taxes which are a lien and are due and payable. The proceeds of the sale will be applied in accordance with the terms and provisions of the above named Deed of Trust. Said sale is being made upon the request of GreenBank, the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust due to the failure of the maker to comply with all provisions of said Deed of Trust. Should the highest bidder fail to comply with the terms of the bid at the public sale, then the Trustee shall have the option of accepting the second highest bid, or the next highest bid with which the buyer is able to comply. The right is reserved to reject all bids as insufficient. Interested parties may be: Sevier County Trustee.
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in Sevierville Offers 2 Bedroom Units Pet Friendly
Like New ALL Appliances
453-6823
SILO APARTMENTS
2BR/1BA Special Fall Rates
696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
368-5031
1 BR and 2 BR from $545 & up.
September 8, 15 and 22, 2009
NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE
PIGEON FORGE 1BR apt. Very Nice. $500 mth. 1BR $450 mth. 2BR with garage, nice deck $700 mth. References required. No pets
No application fee and ONE week’s free rent
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1BR Apt in Sevierville For Rent $425 a month $400 deposit No Pets Call 256-4809
Nice 2BR, All appliances, W/D hook-up. $550/mo 3BR $675/mo Move in Special! 774-2494 or 386-1655
429-4470 www.seviervilleapartments.com
1BR deck washer/dryer hookup. Water furnished. $465 680-3078
696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT
(865) 329-7807
Corporate Units Available
Weekly Rentals
428 Park Rd. near trolley stop CHEAP$100 weekly Includes All Utilities.
BDR apt behind SCHS. Utilities incl. $600/mo, $300 damage. 429-3473 after 6.
Thank You Sevier County For Voting
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DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE
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NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE TENNESSEE, SEVIER COUNTY DEFAULT having been made in the terms, conditions and payments provided in certain Deed of Trust executed by John Pelham and Allison Pelham to Arnold M. Weiss, Trustee dated November 10, 2005 in the amount of $165,000.00, and recorded in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee in Deed Book 2401, Page 702, (“Deed of Trustâ€?); and, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust having been last transferred to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. by assignment; and, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust (the “Owner and Holderâ€?), has appointed as Substitute Trustee the undersigned, Patrick A. Taggart, Laura A. Grifka, Sidney A. Gelernter, or J. Michael Dugan, any of whom may act, by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; therefore, NOTICE is hereby given that the entire amount of said indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and the undersigned as Substitute Trustee, or a duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested by the Appointment of Substitute Trustee, will on Thursday, S eptember 24, 2009 commencing at 12:00 PM at the front steps of the Sevier County Courthouse in Sevierville, Tennessee; sell to the highest bidder for cash, immediately at the close of sale, the following property to-wit: Situated in the Fourth (4th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of Lot 20 of the Boardly as shown of record in Map Book 26, Page 106, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee to which plat specific reference is here made for a more particular description. Subject to the restrictions of the Boardly of record in Misc. Book 160, Page 716, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Said restrictions shall run with the land. The roads, lanes and streets for said subdivision were dedicated to public use by conveyance to Sevier County, Tennessee by deed of record in ROW Book 9, Page 318, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Subject to the notes which appear in Map Book 26, Page 106, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, by the local health authority. Being the same property conveyed to John Pelham and wife, Allison Pelham, by deed dated August 29, 1989, of record in Book 424, Page 152, in the Registers Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Map & Parcel No.: 063J-A-020.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2217 Ola View Point Sevierville, Tennessee 37876 CURRENT OWNER(S): John Pelham and Allison Pelham SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: GMAC Mortgage LLC, Mountain National Bank OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: Internal Revenue Service This sale is also subject to the right of redemption by the I NTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF U.S. TREASURY, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in:Book 3271, Page 116 and Book 3184, Page 821 Notice of the sale has been given to the Internal Revenue Service in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, however, the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The sale will be held subject to any unpaid taxes, assessments, rightsof-way, easements, protective covenants or restrictions, liens, and other superior matters of record which may affect said property; as well as any prior liens or encumbrances as well as priority created by a fixture filing; and/or any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities` right to redeem the property, as required by 26 U.S.C Ă&#x; 7425 and T.C.A. Ă&#x; 67-1-1433. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Deed of Trust. Substitute Trustee reserves the right to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Patrick A. Taggart, Laura A. Grifka, Sidney A. Gelernter, or J. Michael Dugan McCurdy & Candler, L.L.C. (404) 373-1612 www.mccurdycandler.com File No. 09-11766 /FHLMC
August 25, September 1 and 8, 2009
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The Mountain Press ‹ Tuesday, September 8, 2009 697 CONDO RENTALS
698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS Kodak 2BR 2BA $475 2BR 2BA $500 mth + dep. No pets. Refs. 933-6544.
698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS
Summer Special Kodak No Security Deposits 2BR 1BA $385 2BR 2BA $465 C H/A & decks No pets
Small mobile home. Suitable for small family. $350 mth. $350 dep. Absolutely No Pets. Call 453-3958 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 699 HOME RENTALS $700 to $1000+. Wanda Galli Realty Exec. 680-5119 or 774-4307.
865-368-6602 BEAUTIFUL 2-3 BEDROOM HOMES STARTING AT
$495/MO
CALL PINE KNOB
865-933-0504
Mobile Homes Rent to Own $350-$550/mo No Credit Check (865) 654-6526
Very Nice, Quiet 2/2 Townhomes Sevierville $645/mo.
1250 sq ft 3/2 log cabin Wears Valley on 1 acre. Hot tub, fireplace, W/D. $1095 per mo + sec includes lawn maintenance. No pets. 774-0260
865-908-6789
SEVIERVILLE 4BR/2BA, 2400 SF, Private No Pets, $900 mo., $500 Deposit
865-436-7673
428-0746
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2 houses, 3BR/2BA, 1200 sq ft, $850 mth + deposit & 3BR/3.5BA, over 2000 sq ft. $1050/mth + deposit. New Center area 865-6540222. 2BR/2BA Cabin 5 mins. from Parkway in Pigeon Forge. Furnished. No Pets. $1600 a month. Would consider Lease Purchase. 865-5736859 or 865-3895229
incl. water & sewer.
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3BR/2BA w/Garage bsmt in Sevierville, $850 mo. + deposit call 748-2684 Beautiful log cabin 1BR with loft. Totally furnished. Between Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg. $950 mth. 786-390-3582 Country Setting. 2BR 1BA with loft. Smoke free. No pets. $625 mth. $625 security. 4285781.
(865) 428-0746
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WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on December 15, 2005, by Kevin Woodard and Wendolin Woodard to Community Equity and Title, Inc., Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Instrument 05212469, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Specialty Underwriting and Residential Finance Trus Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates Series 2006-BC2, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, September 17, 2009 (having been postponed from the previous sale date of September 25, 2008), commencing at 12:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 1, Section A, Johnson-Smith Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Plat Book 68, page 43, in the Register s office of Shelby County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property.
WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on May 17, 2005, by Edward E. Healy, an unmarried man to Dwight B. Grizzell, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book 2245, Page 651-665, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, SunTrust Mortgage Inc., the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee,or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, September 24, 2009, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: SITUATE in the Eleventh (11th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of LOTS 12 AND 13 OF THEPARTIAL REVISION OF ADDITION NO. TWO OF MONTGOMERY WOODS, according to the plat thereof of record in Map Book 11, Page 61 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECTto restrictions of record in Warranty Deed Book 167, Page 349 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. SUBJECT to a five (5) foot easement for construction and maintenance of utilities along all property lines. Being the same property conveyed to Edward E. Healy, a single person, by deed from Steven V. Lear, a single person, dated the 17th day of May, 2005 and recorded in Book 2245, Page 649 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Which has the address of:504 BRUCE ROAD, GATLINGBURG, TN 37738
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2540 Rust Avenue Millington, TN 38053 CURRENT OWNER(S): Kevin Woodard The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, TAX ENFORCEMENT DIVISION, pursuant to T.C.A. 67-1-1433(c)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in: Instrument No. 06043431. Notice of the sale has been given to the State of Tennessee in accordance with T.C.A. 67-11433(b)(1). SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o NDS1 Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 353.0814005TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on May 22, 2006, by David J. Martinez and Maris M. Martinez to Robert M. Wilson, Jr Wilson & Assoc, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under 2537, Page 560, (“Deed of Trust�); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP; and WHEREAS, BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder�), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, September 24, 2009, commencing at at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: SITUATE, LYING AND BEING in the Fifth (5th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and within the corporate limits of the City of Pigeon Forge and being Lot 99 of ALPINE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE PHASE 4 as the same is shown by plat or record in Large Map Book 6, Page 78, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is here made for a more particular description. Being the same property conveyed to David J. Martinez, Et Ux, by Warranty Deed from Jabez Development Group, LLC dated May 27, 2005 and of record in Volume 2264, Page 554, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 504 Bruce Road Gatlinburg, TN 37738
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3111 Campfire Way Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
CURRENT OWNER(S): Edward E. Healy The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Citizens Bank, Suntrust Bank, Oak Ridge Uroogy Assoc., Brown Squirrel Furniture OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
CURRENT OWNER(S): Faith Buliders, LLC The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: SunTrust Bank OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o RXF Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 221.0902373TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com
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September 1, 8 and 15, 2009
Sale at public auction will be on October 6, 2009 at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Knoxville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Richard D. Pettus and wife, Vickey Pettus to Gregg Murphy, Trustee, on March 31, 2006 at Book Volume 2506, Page 400 and conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Register s Office. Owner of Debt: HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as trustee for the holders of Deutsche Alt-B Securities Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006-AB2 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates The following real estate located in Sevier County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Described property located in the Eleventh (11th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 7, Quail Run Estates, Phase 1, as the same appears in the plat map of record in Map Book 27, at Page 263, in the Sevier County, Tennessee, Register of Deeds Office, to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Street Address: 502 Hawks Trail Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Current Owner(s) of Property: Richard Pettus and wife, Vickey Pettus Other interested parties: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., American Home Mortgage Holdings, Inc. and American Home Mortgage Holdings, Inc. The street address of the above described property is believed to be 502 Hawks Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee Law Office of Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890 File No. 09-016435
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WHEREAS, by Deed of Trust dated the 25th day of January, 2008, of record in Book 3006, page 299 in the RegisterĂs Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, TCS SYSTEMS, INC. (the ĂŹGrantorĂŽ) conveyed to Joseph H. Huie, Trustee, the hereinafter described real estate to secure the payment of GrantorĂs Promissory Note described therein owing to The Peoples Bank (ĂŹBankĂŽ); and WHEREAS, J ONATHAN H. PEYTON, was appointed Successor Trustee of said Deed of Trust by The Peoples Bank, said Appointment being recorded in the aforesaid RegisterĂs Office; and WHEREAS, default has been made in compliance with the terms and conditions of said Note and Deed of Trust, and the entire indebtedness evidenced by the Note is now due and payable in accordance with the terms of the Note and Deed of Trust, and The Peoples Bank has directed the undersigned to foreclose said Deed of Trust in accordance with the terms thereof and to sell said real estateand NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of the authority vested in me by said Deed of Trust, I will offer to sell and sale the following described property AT PUBLIC AUCTION on the 22nd day of September, 2009, at the hour of 10 a.m. local time, at the front door of the County Courthouse in Sevier County, in Sevierville, Tennessee to the last, highest and best bidder FOR CASH, or by cashierĂs check, (on such terms as announced at sale), the following described real estate (the ĂŹPropertyĂŽ): TRACT I: SITUATED in District No. 5 of Sevier County, Tennessee, and within the City of Sevierville, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: TO FIND THE POINT OF BEGINNING commence at an iron pin located in the Northwest line of Gatlinburg Highway (U.S. 441), said iron pin being located in a Northeasterly direction 320 feet, more or less, from the point of intersection of the Northwest line of Gatlin burg Highway and the Northeast line of Cherokee Drive; thence from said point, North 56 deg. 29 min. West, 150.34 feet to an iron pin; thence North 56 deg. 04 min. West, 29.10 feet to an iron pin marking the point of BEGINNING herein; thence from said point of BEGINNING, North 56 deg. 31 min. West, 166.59 feet to an iron pin; thence North 43 deg. 39 min. 55 sec. East, 96.06 feet to an iron pin; thence South 66 deg. 31 min. 04 sec. East, 182.78 feet to an iron pin; thence South 33 deg. 41 min. West, 74.61 feet to an iron pin; thence North 55 deg. 52 min. West, 29.84 feet to an iron pin; thence South 33 deg. 48 min. West, 52.02 feet to the point of BEGINNING. The foregoing description was prepared from the survey of Glen F. Biggs, RLS No. 712, dated October 15, 1999. The Surveyor s address is c/o Development Technology, P.O. Box 50232, Knoxville, TN 37950. TOGETHER WITH easements for ingress and egress established by Declaration of Easements and Covenants of record in Misc. Book 89, page 702, as amended in Misc. Book 93, page 630, both in the Sevier County Register s Office. BEING the same property conveyed to TCS Systems, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, by Warranty Deed dated as of January 25, 2008, from L. Douglas Keene, Jr. and wife. Judy W. Keene, of record in Book 3006, page 295, in the Sevier County Registers Office. TRACT II: BEING the leasehold interest in the following described property: SITUATED in District No. 5 of Sevier County, Tennessee, and within the corporate limits of the City of Sevierville, Tennessee, and being the Mountain View Service Station on U.S. Highway 441, more particularly described as follows: Parcel A: BEING all of Lots 2 and 3 in the Scenic Drive Addition, as the same appears on the plat of record in Map Book 2, page 121, in the Sevier County Registers Office, and being more fully described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pin located in the Northwest line of Gatlinburg Highway (U.S. 441), said iron pin being located in a Northeasterly direction 320 feet, more or less, from the point of intersection of the Northwest line of Gatlinburg Highway and the Northeast line of Cherokee Drive; thence from said point of BEGINNING North 56 deg. 29 min. West, 150.34 feet to an iron pin; thence North 34 deg. 37 min. East, 51.92 feet to an iron pin; thence North 33 deg. 41 min. East, 74.61 feet to an iron pin; thence South 55 deg. 45 min. East, 150.00 feet to an iron pin in the North line of Gatlinburg Highway; thence with the North line of Gatlinburg Highway, South 34 deg. 15 min. West, 75.00 feet to an iron pin; thence continuing with Gatlinburg Highway, South 33 deg. 24 min. West, 49.61 feet to the point of BEGINNING. The foregoing description was prepared from the survey of Glen F. Biggs, RLS No. 712, dated October 15, 1999. The Surveyor s address is c/o Development Technology, P.O. Box 50232, Knoxville, TN 37950. BEING the same property conveyed to J. S. Eledge d/b/a Eledge Oil Company by deed dated May 6, 1971, of record in Deed Book 199, page 173, in the Sevier County Register s Office. Parcel B: SITUATED in District No. 5 of Sevier County. Tennessee, and within the City of Sevierville, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: TO FIND THE POINT OF BEGINNING commence at an iron pin located in the Northwest line of Gatlinburg Highway (U.S. 441), said iron pin being located in a Northeasterly direction 320 feet, more or less, from the point of intersection of the Northwest line of Gatlinburg Highway and the Northeast line of Cherokee Drive; thence from said point, North 56 deg. 29 min. West, 150.34 feet to an iron pin marking the point of BEGINNING; thence from said point of BEGINNING, North 56 deg. 04 min. West, 29.10 feet to an iron pin; thence North 33 deg. 48 min. East, 52.02 feet to an iron pin; thence South 55 deg. 52 min. East, 29.84 feet to an iron pin; thence South 34 deg. 37 min. West, 51.92 feet to an iron pin, the point of BEGINNING. The foregoing description was prepared from the survey of Glen F. Biggs, RLS No. 712, dated October 15, 1999. The Surveyor s address is c/o Development Technology, P.O. Box 50232, Knoxville, TN 37950. BEING the same property leased to Michael F. Thomas d/b/a Finish Line Enterprises by Memorandum of Lease from J. S. Eledge and wife, Iva Grace Eledge, dated November 14, 2002, and recorded in Book 1563, page 392, as assigned to L. Douglas Keene, Jr. and wife, Judy W. Keene, by Assignment dated February 18, 2004, and recorded in Book 1911, page 453; as assigned to TCS Systems, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, by Assignment of Lessee s Interest in Lease dated as of January 25, 2008, of record in Book 3006, page 291; as amended by Consent Agreement dated January 25, 2008, of record in Book 3006, page 293, all in the Sevier County Register s Office. Said Property bears the street address of 703 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862, but the street address is not part of the legal description of the foreclosing instrument. In the event of a discrepancy between the street address and the legal description, the legal description of the Deed of Trust shall control. Said sale will be free from the BorrowerĂs right and equity of redemption, and all homestead and dower rights, the same having been waived in the Deed of Trust. Said Property will be sold subject to all unpaid real estate taxes, and to any and all other rights, charges, easements, liens, conditions, restrictions and encumbrances of whatsoever nature having statutory or lien priority with respect to the Deed of Trust. The Peoples Bank reserves the right to bid and to become the purchaser at the sale. The title to be conveyed at such foreclosure sale shall be only such title which the substitute trustee may convey pursuant to the Deed of Trust or at law or in equity, with no further representations or warranties of any nature. The Property and improvements thereon, if any, will be sold AS IS WHERE IS without warranties or representations of any kind. The aforesaid sale may be postponed to a later date by oral announcement at the time and place of the published sale or cancelled without further written notice or publication. The undersigned reserves the right to take or accept the next highest or best bid at such sale should the last and highest bidder fail or refuse to comply with the terms of sale for any reason. In such event, the undersigned shall also reserve the right to reopen the bidding or republish and sell said Property at the undersignedĂs option. Notice is hereby given that: (a) the United States of America has filed a Notice of Federal Tax Lien dated June 30, 2009 of record in Book 3377, page 393 against the Borrower in the aforesaid RegisterĂs Office, the notice required by 26 U.S.C. Ă&#x; 7425(b) to be given to the United States has been timely given by the undersigned, and the sale of the land advertised herein will be subject to the right of the United States to redeem the land as provided for in 26 U.S.C. Ă&#x; 7425(d)(1); (b) the Tennessee Department of Revenue has filed a Notice of State Tax Lien against the Borrower dated February 2, 2009 of record in Book 3279, page 638in the aforesaid RegisterĂs Office, the undersigned has timely given the notice required by T.C.A. Ă&#x; 67_1_1433(b)(1) to the Tennessee Department of Revenue, and the sale of the land advertised herein will be subject to the right of the State of Tennessee to redeem the land as provided for in T.C.A. Ă&#x; 67-1-1433(c)(1); (c) the following liens will be extinguished or adversely affected by the sale: (i) the Deed of Trust, Security Agreement, Assignment of Leases and Rents and Fixture Filing dated October 31, 2008 in favor of BANKEAST (607 Market Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37902) of record in Book 3224, page 442 in the aforesaid RegisterĂs Office.This notice shall be published in The Mountain Press, a newspaper of general circulation published in Sevier County, Tennessee, on the following days: September 1, 2009, September 8, 2009, and September 15, 2009.
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NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE TENNESSEE, SEVIER COUNTY DEFAULT having been made in the terms, conditions and payments provided in certain Deed of Trust executed by Crystal D. Travis and David E. Travis to Denise Haraseviate, Trustee dated December 4, 2006 in the amount of $776,000.00, and recorded in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee in Deed Book 2686, Page 222, (“Deed of Trustâ€?); and, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust having been last transferred to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2007-OA2 Trust by assignment; and, Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage PassThrough Certificates Series 2007-OA2 Trust, as the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust (the “Owner and Holderâ€?), has appointed as Substitute Trustee the undersigned, Patrick A. Taggart, Laura A. 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Michael Dugan, any of whom may act, by instrument filed for record in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; therefore, NOTICE is hereby given that the entire amount of said indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and the undersigned as Substitute Trustee, or a duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested by the Appointment of Substitute Trustee, will on Thursday, O ctober 1, 2009 commencing at 12:00 PM at the front steps of the Sevier County Courthouse in Sevierville, Tennessee; sell to the highest bidder for cash, immediately at the close of sale, the following property to-wit: Situated in the Fifth (5th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and within the Corporate Limits of the City of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and being all of Lot Ninety-Five (95), in Alpine Mountain Village, Phase Four, a plat of which is recorded in Large Map Book 6, Page 78, in the Office of the Registers of Deeds for Sevier County, Tennessee, which reference is here made for a more particular description. Conveyed herewith are all those rights, privileges and amenities applicable to all owners of lots in Alpine Mountain Village as set forth in the recorded plat and in the aforementioned Declaration of Covenants conditions, restrictions and easements as well as all amendments thereto subsequently adopted by the developers. Subject to declaration of covenants, conditions, restrictions and easements of Alpine Mountain Village as recorded in Book 1235, Page 711, and the First Amendment thereto as recorded in Book 1241, Page 391, both in the Register of Deeds Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to David E. Travis and wife, Crystal D. Travis by Warranty Deed from Jabez Development Group, LLC, a Nevada Limited Liability Company dated April 7, 2005 and recorded April 11, 2005 in Deed Book 2217, Page 663, Registers Office of Sevier County, Tennessee. Map & Parcel No.: 083BD 00100 096 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 339 Alpine Mountain Way Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863 CURRENT OWNER(S): David E. Travis and Crystal D. Travis SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Washington Mutual Bank FA, Sevier County Bank OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: Internal Revenue Service This sale is also subject to the right of redemption by the I NTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF U.S. TREASURY, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in:Book 3238, Page 448 Notice of the sale has been given to the Internal Revenue Service in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, however, the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The sale will be held subject to any unpaid taxes, assessments, rightsof-way, easements, protective covenants or restrictions, liens, and other superior matters of record which may affect said property; as well as any prior liens or encumbrances as well as priority created by a fixture filing; and/or any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities` right to redeem the property, as required by 26 U.S.C Ă&#x; 7425 and T.C.A. Ă&#x; 67-1-1433. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Deed of Trust. Substitute Trustee reserves the right to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Patrick A. Taggart, Laura A. Grifka, Sidney A. Gelernter, or J. Michael Dugan McCurdy & Candler, L.L.C. (404) 373-1612 www.mccurdycandler.com File No. 09-15615 /CONV
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Comics ◆ A13
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 ◆ The Mountain Press Family Circus
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Woman miffed with older sister’s behavior while parents out of town
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Dear Annie: My older sister, “Daisy,” and I have always had a relationship full of conflict. She is hard-headed and stubborn. My mom and stepdad recently left me in charge of the house while they were out of town for a month. Daisy no longer lives here. She was never allowed to have boys in her room, yet the first night my parents were gone, Daisy called and informed me that she would be staying overnight and bringing her beau. When I told her I didn’t like this, she said she only feels comfortable in the house when our stepfather isn’t around (he’s relatively new to the family) and then accused me of “being on their side.” She’s been here several times during the month and has been completely disrespectful instead of appreciative that I’m doing her a favor by letting her come over. Annie, I hate how my sister splits the family apart. It’s been like this ever since my father died. I want to talk to my mom about it when she gets back, but I’m not sure if I should get in the middle of Daisy’s problems, and if so, do I leave out the part about her staying here with her boyfriend? — Butting Heads in Ohio Dear Ohio: It’s always OK to talk to your mother about your feelings. As for the house-sitting, if you knew Mom would not approve of Daisy staying in the house with her boyfriend, you should have told Daisy “no.” We understand how difficult it can be when your sister doesn’t respect your authority, and there is nothing wrong with tell-
ing Mom what happened while she was away. If she plans another vacation, ask her how she wants you to handle the situation with Daisy. Dear Annie: I’m a 61-year-old man, married for 42 years, with a great family. I thought I had it all. Recently, my wife told me about an affair she had 30 years ago with one of our close friends. I remember being suspicious at the time and asking her about it. Of course, she lied then. I don’t think I can forgive her or forget. The man has passed away, but I feel as if I lost the last 30 years of my life. Please help me. — Deceived Dear Deceived: It sounds as if your wife has been feeling guilty for 30 years and thought it was safe to unburden herself. Unfortunately, what was old news to her is brand new to you. Not only are you feeling an acute sense of betrayal, but it alters your perception of the past 30 years. Please give your wife the opportunity to earn your forgiveness. Get into counseling together and see if you can salvage a 42-year marriage. Dear Annie: This is in response to “Louisville,” who was offended by her child-free married friend who states that she feels lucky not to have kids whenever she hears about problems others are hav-
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ing with their children. I am a child-free person who understands where the friend is coming from, although I also remember my mother saying how lucky she felt to have my sister and me when she heard about someone else’s children getting into trouble. Louisville’s friend may not be trying to reassure herself that she made the right decision not to have children (an idea I find somewhat offensive because it implies that anyone who chooses not to have children regrets it or must justify it). She may simply be grateful not to have those complications in her life. Of course, if she states it too often, I agree someone should speak up, as it can get annoying. But “Louisville” sounds a bit oversensitive and might consider why she is so offended. — Hobart, Ind. Dear Hobart: You seem to be reading a great deal into this. We don’t believe “Louisville” is oversensitive. Any comment repeated ad nauseam is irritating. Any comment that implicitly criticizes you can be offensive. If someone does this repeatedly, we have to wonder why. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast. net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, P.O. Box 118190, Chicago, IL 60611. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox, and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.
A14 ◆ Nation
The Mountain Press ◆ Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Obama thanks labor for hard-won rights at work CINCINNATI (AP) — President Barack Obama declared Monday that modern benefits like paid leave, minimum wage and Social Security “all bear the union label,” as he appealed to organized labor to help him win the health care fight in Congress. “It was labor that helped build the largest middle class in history. So, even if you’re not a union member, every American owes something to America’s labor movement,” said Obama, whose run for the presidency was energized in no small part by unions.
Former Rep. Joseph Kennedy nixes Senate campaign BOSTON (AP) — Former Rep. Joseph P. Kennedy II, the eldest son of Robert F. Kennedy, announced Monday he would not run for the U.S. Senate seat held for nearly 50 years by his late uncle, Edward M. Kennedy. The decision was certain to widen the race for the Democratic nomination. In a statement, the former six-term congressman said he cares about those seeking decent housing, fair wages and health care. But he added, “The best way for me to contribute to those causes is by continuing my work at Citizens Energy Corp.” The nonprofit organization provides free heating oil to the poor, but Kennedy likely would have faced campaign questions about fuel it received from Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez — a persistent U.S. critic. He also has settled into a comfortable lifestyle since leaving Congress in 1999, taking home a $545,000 salary as Citizens Energy’s president as of 2007, and being spared the barbs he has faced from some local columnists recently for his past temper tantrums and high pay. Yet Kennedy also may have garnered support from the legions of Massachusetts Democrats who long supported his uncle, to whom he paid tribute in a widely applauded memorial service speech last month.
Obama asserted that “our recovery plan is working,” but repeated that he won’t be satisfied until jobs are much more plentiful. Shortly after taking the oath, Obama confronted a rapidly deteriorating economy, a clogged credit system, failing or ailing banks and a a shaky stock market. He used his speech here to tick off a host of steps the administration has taken to steady the economy, and he made a special pitch for the health care overhaul he has pushed.
Senate chair proposes fee on insurance companies AP Photo/Charles Dharapak
President Barack Obama is introduced by Charlie Dilbert, 45, who works at A&A Safety, which installs road signs and concrete barriers, before he spoke at the AFL-CIO Labor Day picnic at Coney Island in Cincinnati, Monday.
An unhappy commute
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In a photo provided by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Bay Bridge is seen empty on Sunday, over the San Francisco Bay, Calif. The bridge is closed as part of an ongoing project to construct a new Eastern span.
Deadly L.A.-area arson fire active on remote flank LOS ANGELES (AP) — Just as firefighters were intensifying their efforts to contain the flames menacing the foothill neighborhoods of the San Gabriel Valley, another part of the deadly fire in the Angeles National Forest flared up. Fire officials canceled their plans Monday to burn out brush to create a buffer south of the ferocious fire. U.S. Forest Service spokesman Nathan Judy said the weather didn’t cooperate and the aircraft needed to support and monitor the burnout oper-
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