Saturday, December 19, 2009

The Mountain Press ■ Sevier County’s Daily Newspaper ■ Vol. 25, No. 353 ■ December 19, 2009 ■ www.themountainpress.com ■ 50 Cents

Saturday

Belle Island at standstill

INSIDE

Negotiations continue with little progress 5Champ picks the bowl games 2009 Pigskin panel winner gives insight into this year’s bowls Sports, Page A8

By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer PIGEON FORGE — Months after lenders took possession of Belle Island Village, buildings at the retail development still sit idle and await comple-

tion.

A security guard still patrols the property, which sits between the Parkway and Belz Outlet Mall. The guard keeps watch over the facade of a steamboat that was slated to house the Debbie Reynold Hollywood Motion Picture Museum, along with a building that was supposed to house the Daryl Waltrips Racing Experience attraction, and facilities for other retail shops, restaurants and

entertainment venues.

Developers once promised that Belle Island would create more than 1,000 new jobs in Pigeon Forge; it had advanced so far that they held a job fair to start filling those jobs in November of 2008.

Then, according to project manager Glen Bilbo, the take-out lender — the firm that would have taken over the construction debt on the $114 million project — turned out to be one of the casualties of the down-

turn in the economy.

That left the construction lenders holding the bill, and while the buildings were almost complete, there were still many payments that had to be made. Work stopped, and several local businesses and contractors have never received payments for some work that had already been completed.

The developers and lenders negotiated for several months in an effort to reach a new agreement,

but eventually the banks foreclosed on the property. When it was auctioned in September, their credit bid of $23.9 million was the only one offered for the development — despite the fact that dozens of people had gathered on the courthouse steps for the event.

“Ever since that time we’ve been working to find buyers for the property and to sell it, and we’re still dealing with the same See Belle Island, Page A4

Winter weather snarls traffic

All for a good cause

5Open house helps charity Gatlinburg chamber collects canned goods for food bank Local, Page A2

By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer

State

GATLINBURG — Cloudy, rainy weather gave way to snow Friday in Sevier County, especially in higher elevations.

Newfound Gap Road in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was closed at 6:45 a.m. due to hazardous conditions, park officials said. Several inches of snow had reportedly fallen on Newfound Gap by noon Friday, although there was less than an inch reported at Mount LeConte.

Ice and snow-covered

Ash spill still has an impact TVA chief says event still painful Page A6

Weather Today Rain/snow likely High: 36°

See Weather, Page A4

Tonight Curt Habraken/The Mountain Press

Rain/snow mix Low: 32° DETAILS, Page A6

Obituaries LaVerne Bowman, 86 Patsy Hickman, 69 “Maggie” Owenby, 91 Lucy Latham Rogers Mary Rolen, 88 Geneva Thomas, 84 Burl Wilson Sr. DETAILS, Page A4

Index Local & State . . . . . A1-6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . A2 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . A8-12 Money . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Advice . . . . . . . . . . . A15 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . A15 Classifieds . . . . . . A13-14 Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . A5

Corrections The Mountain Press is committed to accuracy.

Please report factual errors by calling 428-0748 Ext. 214.

New Center School resource officer John “Elvis” Mossburg performs for students during a can drive celebration at the school Friday.

Students raised over 3,000 can for the Sevier County Food Ministries and as a reward teachers and school administrators dressed up in costume and put on a show.

Santa Fund brings in $20,689

Friday’s donations to The Santa Fund pushed the total to $20,689, as the campaign came to an end.

Donations can still be made to the fund, but will be used for next year’s efforts to help senior citizens and children.

Donations received Friday: n $100: Sevier County Court Clerk Joe Keener and staff n $100: Anonymous See Fund, Page A4

Pigeon Forge Middle student is county spelling bee champ

By ELLEN BROWN Staff Writer Ten-year-old Nidhi Mehta, a student at Pigeon Forge Middle School, has a new title she can be proud of: Sevier County Spelling Bee champ.

The sixth-grader won the award at the Sevier County spelling competition at Sevierville Middle School earlier this month.

“I used to think spelling was pretty fun, but I really got into it this year,” she said.

After she completed a written spelling test, Nidhi was one of six students chosen to participate in the sixth-grade spelling bee. She was then one of 12 students from her grade to participate in the school spelling bee, in which she won second place (Vince Brackins, an eighth-

grade student, won first place).

“We had an alternate (Charlie Brown, a fifth-grade student) in case one of us got sick and couldn’t go to the county spelling bee — but I wasn’t gonna miss it,” Nidhi said with a grin.

It was that same determination that brought her to the county spelling bee when she was in the fourth grade.

“I got a list with 500 words, and my mom suggested I write down the ones that were hard, and she would quiz me.”

Nidhi moved to Pigeon Forge with her family five years ago from Nigeria.

“A lot of my relatives lived here, and we wanted to be able to see them more,” she explained.

Her family, which hails from India, Ellen Brown/The Mountain Press includes parents Jigna and Jitendra and Nidhi Mehta, 10, is the 2009 Sevier County Spelling Bee champ. She is a sixth-grader at Pigeon Forge Middle School.

See Spelling Bee, Page A4

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Gatlinburg chamber collects canned goods From Submitted Reports

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Gatlinburg Chamber staff and Dorothy Johnson load the Chamber’s open house donations to be delivered to Sevier County Food Ministries.

all so blessed to live and work in a community that is so generous.�

Dorothy and Jim Johnson, directors for the local ministry, helped staff to load all of the donations in the Johnson’s truck.

Requesting donations for those in need at the pre-Christmas open house has become an annual tradition for the Chamber and its members.

The open house featured a spread of homemade food and baked cookies provided by Nick and MyLy Christopher of Desserts & More. Pat Richardson of Santa’s Claus-et brought holiday cheer to the event.

For more information on this and other Chamber events, call Erin Moran at 4364178.

GATLINBURG — The Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual holiday open house and made it an occasion for giving.

Local business members, Anna Porter Public Library and the Gatlinburg Firefighters Association brought in canned goods, nonperishable food items and money to give to Sevier County Food Ministries.

Vicki Simms, executive director of the Gatlinburg Chamber, said she was “thrilled with the tremendous support the food drive received. We want to thank the community and our membership for stepping up to the plate during the Christmas season. We are

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

Saturday, Dec. 19 Turkey Shoot

Turkey Shoot 2 p.m. weather permitting, behind Catons Chapel Fire Department, 3109 Pittman Center Road.

Gift Wrapping Benefit

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the mall. Noon -5 p.m. today and Sunday; 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Dec. 24.

Boyds Creek

Boyds Creek Baptist Church Christmas program 7 p.m. today and 11 a.m.

Sunday, Dec. 20.

Christmas Music

Students of Sherry Marshall perform Christmas music, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Sevier County Health Care Center.

Catlettsburg Game

Smoky Mountain Jam basketball team is hosting a benefit game for Catlettsburg Elementary, 4 p.m. at school. $10 adults, $5 children. 680-7369.

Christmas Program

The Gathering’s “A Christmas Tale� 5 p.m. today and 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Sunday, 1250 Middle Creek Road, Sevierville.

868-5000.

Gun Carry Class

Gun carry permit class at Sevier Indoor Range. 7746111 to register.

Sunday, Dec. 20 Bethel Baptist

Bethel Baptist Church adult choir presents “Hark! the Angels Sing� during morning worship.

Children’s program 6 p.m.

Beech Springs Play

“Christmas Shoes� 6:30 p.m., Beech Springs Baptist Church, 337 W. Mount Road, Kodak. 933-0692 or www.beechspringsbaptist. org.

Boyds Creek

Boyds Creek Baptist Church Christmas program 11 a.m.

Kodak Baptist

mall. Noon -5 p.m. today; 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Dec. 24.

candlelight service 7 p.m.

453-0522.

Oldhams Creek Baptist

Medic blood drive 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Bass Pro Shops.

Donors receive T-shirt and cholesterol evaluation.

Oldams Creek Baptist Church Christmas Program, 6:30 p.m.

Medic Blood Drive

Gift Wrapping Benefit

Monday, Dec. 21 Bariatric Support

Bariatric Surgery Support Group meets at 7 p.m. at Echota Resort Clubhouse on Highway 66. 453-6841 or 712-3287.

Church Meal

First Baptist Church of Gatlinburg “Meal for Many� 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free holiday supper, Santa and gifts. 436-4685.

GateKeepers

GateKeepers men’s community Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mountain Drive, Sevierville. 3107831.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church (enter last door on right side), Chapman and Boyds Highway, Seymour n 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Inn, Gatlinburg

Gift Wrapping Benefit

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the mall. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 24.

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the mall. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 24.

Thursday, Dec. 24 Seymour Service

Seymour United Methodist Church candlelight service 7 and 11 p.m., with Holy Communion. 573-9711 or www.seymourumc.org.

St. Paul Episcopal

St. Paul Episcopal Church midnight Mass and carol service 10:30 p.m.; Anglican high Mass and homily at 11:05 p.m., 1028 Boyds Creek Highway, Seymour.

Gift Wrapping Benefit

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the

Walnut Grove Baptist Church Christmas musical, “The King is Coming,� 7 p.m.

Roaring Fork Program Christmas Play 6 p.m., Roaring Fork Baptist Church, Gatlinburg 4369403.

Gift Wrapping Benefit

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the

Tree Recycling

Old Newport Highway, Sevierville. 908-0591.

Wednesday, Dec. 30 Blood Drive

Recycle Christmas trees today through Jan. 4 at Pigeon Forge Community Center parking lot. Remove stands and metal objects.

428-3113.

Medic blood drive 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Pigeon Forge Care & Rehabilitation, 415 Cole Drive. Donors receive free T-shirt and cholesterol evaluation.

Sunday, Dec. 27

Thursday, Dec. 31

Boyds Creek Singing

Boyds Creek Baptist Church service in song, 7 p.m. with Boyds Creek Trio.

Monday, Dec. 28 GateKeepers

GateKeepers men’s community Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mt. Drive, Sevierville. (865) 310-7831.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church (enter last door on right), Chapman and Boyds Highway n 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Inn

Tuesday, Dec. 29 Gatekeepers men’s Bible study, 6:30 p.m. 1328

Blood Drive

Medic Blood Drives: n 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Food City, Sevierville n 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food City Seymour Donors receive free T-shirt and cholesterol evaluation.

Monday, Jan. 4 Prayer In Action

6 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC for a time of prayer for the United States and its government.

Nondenominational.

GateKeepers

GateKeepers men’s community Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mt. Drive, Sevierville.

(865) 310-7831.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church (enter last door on right), Chapman and Boyds Highway n 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Inn

Seymour Story Time

Preschool story time 11 a.m. at Seymour Library.

573-0728.

Prayer In Action meets

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Gift Wrapping Benefit

Sevier County Humane Society gift wrapping for donations, Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. Items do not have to be purchased at the mall. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 24.

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“Purpose of Christmas� presentation at 6 p.m., Kodak Community Baptist.

Food to follow. 591-7981.

The Gathering’s “A Christmas Tale� 9:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1250 Middle Creek Road, Sevierville.

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Balloon drop at midnight.

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William Ogle was on a hunting trip from South Carolina when his Cherokee companions led him to the Smoky Mountains. He fell in love with the area and felt he had found paradise on earth and planned to move his family to the area. He planned a cabin and even cut the logs in 1803. He returned to the Greenville, South Carolina area to get his family and return with them to their new home. But he got sick with the plague - thought to be malaria - and died the same year.

But his dream was kept alive by his determined wife Martha Jane Huskey Ogle. In 1807, four years later, she traveled to Gatlinburg with her 7 teenage children - 5 sons and 2 daughters - and her bother Peter Huskey. She was determined to fulfill the dream of her husband, and with her children and brother, she did.

Located in downtown Gatlinburg, the cabin logs are made from American Chestnut, which is now extinct. The logs were hand hewn, squared off an notched on the ends to fit together.

The Ogle name is a prominent and well-known name in the Sevier County area of the Great Smoky Mountains. it was said that in the mid 1950’s about 80% of the people who lived in Gatlinburg all their lives could trace their ancestry to the Ogle’s who built and lived in the Ogle cabin. Smoky Mountain native artist, Randall Ogle, traces is family to this first cabin.

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Supporting the U.S. Cellular camppaign for $100,000 are parade participants, from left in front, Ashley Olafson, Hailey Collins, Lauren Johnson, Haley Graves, Makenzie Kidwell, Farryn Owens, Andy Kenley and Seymour Intermediate teacher Mandy Cannon; middle row, Sammy Jo Berry, Seymour Intermediate teacher Brian Sims, Seymour Intermediate assistant principal Rodney Helton, Seymour Intermediate principal Peggy Oakes, Seymour High principal Greg Clark and Seymour Intermediate teacher Daryl Randles; and in back on float, Hunter Oliver and Seymour Intermediate teacher Becky Sanderson.

Seymour High remains on top in U.S. Cellular drive to $1M Submitted reports Seymour High School remains in first place in U.S. Cellular’s Calling All Communities campaign, as schools across the country vie for a chance to share $1 million.

The top 10 schools with the most votes will win $100,000 each to use anyway they choose.

More than 5,000 schools are participating, and Seymour remains in first place, thanks to a variety of school and community projects to generate votes.

At Seymour there is an organized effort to visit area U.S. Cellular stores to cast votes.

Principals, teachers, parents and students from Seymour schools carried a U.S. Cellular Calling All Communities banner in the Seymour parade, while encouraging community members to pick up an online voting code at any U.S. Cellular store

to vote for Seymour High. “It’s hard to think of a better gift for a school than one that can make a major impact on their students’ education,� said Jack Brundige, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Tennessee.

Tennessee schools currently in the Top 20 besides Seymour include Temple Baptist Academy in Powell at No. 7, Roberts Elementary in Livingston at No. 17, Knoxville Jewish Day School at No. 19 and Grace Christian Academy in Knoxville at No. 20.

The top ten schools with the most votes will receive $100,000, and Seymour is currently No. 1 on the leaderboard. If it wins, administrators plan to split the money among Seymour High, Middle, Intermediate and Primary schools.

Voting ends Jan. 15.

Updates are posted weekly at participating

U.S. Cellular stores, at uscellular.com/callingallcommunities and on U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

Anyone 18 or older can visit any U.S. Cellular store to pick up a voting code, and each voting

code can only be used once. Winning schools will be announced in February. No purchase is necessary to vote. See official rules at uscellular.com/callingallcommunities.

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 Christopher Michael Beal, 19, of 984 Goose Gap No. 8, Sevierville, was charged Dec. 17 with DUI second offense and violation of the implied consent law and was being held. u Benjamin Clark Burgess, 26, of 122 South Blvd. Apt. 11, Sevierville, was charged Dec. 17 with violation of probation and was released. u Dodge Tommy Guilliams, 23, of Knoxville was charged Dec. 17 with aggravated assault, violation of a valid court order, disorderly conduct and aggravated domestic assault and was being held on $7,500 bond. u David Cleo Johnson, 47, of 310 Cross Ave., Pigeon Forge, was charged Dec. 17 with domestic violence assault and was being held on $8,000 bond. u Dustin Tyler Koons, 24, of 130 Murrell Meadows, Sevierville, was charged Dec. 18 with violation of community corrections and was being held. u James Cecil Maples, 40, of 540 Nicole Lane, Seymour, was charged Dec. 17 with worthless checks and was being held. u Jesse Lee McFalls, 19, of 1438 Hilltop Way, Sevierville, was being held for violation of probation. u Maranda Lynne Merritt, 34, of 342 Meriwether Way, Pigeon Forge, was being held for Jefferson County on a charge of custodial interference. u Maureena Loann Morrell, 19, of 1455 Lynn CReek Road, Sevierville, was charged Dec. 17 with general theft and was released. u Allen Wayne Prescott, 32, of 2487 McCleary Road, Sevierville, was being held for sex offender registration and a capias misdemeanor warrant. u Amanda Elizabeth Purcell, 29, of Knoxville was being held on a capias misdemeanor warrant. u Guy Mitchell Shults, 47, of 1301 Sourwood Honey Drive, Sevierville, was arrested Dec. 17 on three drug charges and two charges of bringing contraband into the jail. He was being held on $35,000 bond. u Brantley Trouble Wayne, 20, of 3309 Forge Hideaway Road, Pigeon Forge, was charged Dec. 18 with driving on a suspended license and was released.

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Don’t Grieve For Me Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I am following the path God has laid, you see.

I took his hand when I heard Him Call. I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work, or play.

Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that peace at the close of the day.

If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss: oh yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow. I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life’s been full, I savored much: good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief. Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.

Lift up your hearts and peace to thee. God wanted me now: He set me free!

I’m at peace and home with my Lord Jesus and Dad.

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Weather

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roads led to some problems on roads in higher elevations, but no serious accidents as of Friday evening. “There are snow covered roads, but the street department is out and working hard,� said a dispatcher with the Gatlinburg Police Department.

Law enforcement authorities were responding to multiple accidents in the city and in areas around it, including several where

Fund

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n $30: In memory of Marian P. Billups a n d Elizabeth Nicholson by Lisa Nicholson n $25: In honor of Will n $25: In memory of Ben Michael Williams

by Harold and Nancy Thompson n $25: In honor of Josh Hinchey by Brad Hinchey “Thanks to everyone who made contributions to The Santa Fund this Christmas season,� Jana Thomasson, publisher of

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cars had run off the road, but most reportedly did not involve injuries.

GPD did report that a jackknifed truck had caused problems for much of the afternoon on Ski Mountain.

The National Weather Service was calling for the rain to turn to snow throughout East Tennessee overnight Friday, and issued a winter weather advisory until 7 p.m. today.

It was calling for two to four inches of snow through Saturday, with the possibility of continued snow showers into Sunday.

The Mountain Press and coordinator of the fund drive, said. “Your donations will go a long way in helping needy senior citizens and children have a happier Christmas.�

The Santa Fund pays for gifts for seniors who signed up through Douglas Cherokee and children who are members of the Boys & Girls clubs.

Contributions still can be made: n Mail to The Mountain Press, P.O. Box 4810, Sevierville 37864 n In person at our offices, Riverbend Drive across from TRW in Sevierville, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Donations can be made in memory or honor of other people.

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brother Dhaval, 18, a student at the University of Tennessee.

Nidhi enjoys drawing, reading mysteries and participating in a dance program for Diwali, a festival of lights that is celebrated each year in India (as well as at the Music Road Convention Center in Pigeon Forge).

She’s also a big fan of chocolate — “it’s the best thing!�

In Memoriam

The whip-smart student is looking forward to participating in the regional spelling bee, which will be held early next year in Knoxville. “I think I’ll use the same routine for practicing that I used for the county spelling bee,� she said. “There will be words from around the world, including Dutch, Arabic and Japanese. I’ve already started looking at them — but I’ll be taking a break around Christmas.� n ebrown@themountainpress.com

In Memoriam

Burl Wilson Sr.

Patsy Arlene Hickman

Patsy Arlene Hickman, age 69, of Sevierville, passed away Friday, December 18, 2009. Patsy was a loving and dedicated mother, grandmother and had many special friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Huskey, grandson, Timothy Ethan Hickman, sister, Susan Rule and nephew, James Michael Huskey.

Survivors: children, Tim Hickman and wife Vickie, Janet Ogle; grandchildren, Brandon Ogle, Travis Garland, and Adam Hickman; several greatgrandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Edna Stoffle, Judy and Ernie Loveday, Joyce and Clay Huskey, Debbie and Tim Conner; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim Huskey and Jan, Bob Huskey and Connie; several special nieces and nephews; very special friend, Velma Huskey.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Teri Newman, 3629 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863.

Funeral service 4 p.m. Sunday in the West Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Miller officiating. Interment 10 a.m. Monday in Shiloh Cemetery. The family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

Lucy Latham Rogers

Lucy Latham Rogers died Dec. 12, 2009. Lucy was born in Sevierville, graduated with a bachelor ’s degree from Lincoln Memorial University and went on to earn her master ’s degree from the Library School of Peabody College at Vanderbilt University. Lucy moved to Holly Hill in 1947 of private developers will and married Lynn Rogers of Maryville. She was an purchase the property. “There is much negoti- active member of the Union ating with Regions Bank Congregational United Church and two groups making of Christ serving in many capacities of leadership, feloffers on the property,� lowship and service. he said. “We are involved Survivors: daughter, Ginger with both groups and try- Lynne Shelton and husband ing to move the process Joe of Orlando; one grandalong.� daughter; two sisters-in-law, Bilbo had been man- Kate Dunaway and Olive aging the project for the Latham of Sevierville; several original developers, and is nieces and nephews. also still trying to salvage In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill the development. “I’m certainly involved United Methodist Church, c/o in trying to put together a Doris Phelps, 1524 Tarwater new group and trying to Rd., Sevierville, TN 37876. come back,� he said. “I’m Graveside service 11 a.m.

Dec. 19, 2009, at still in town and still trying Saturday, Shiloh Memorial Cemetery to work on it every day... with the Rev. Bobby Ely offi“I’m sure someone will ciating.

difficult economy,� said Mel Campbell, spokesman for Regions Bank.

They have had some inquiries and are talking with some parties about the property, but that was as much as Campbell was willing to say about the development.

Todd Fisher, son of Debbie Reynolds, was in Pi9geon Forge at one point this year before the auction to try to put together a new group of developers.

In an e-mail to The Mountain Press, he said his family is still interest- step up and finish Belle ed in putting the museum Island.� at the development and is still hopeful that a group n jfarrell@themountainpress.com

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Geneva Thomas Geneva Thomas, 84, of Sevierville, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009.

Survivors: daughter and sonin-law, Sue and Jim Taylor of Sevierville; granddaughters and spouses, Gwyn and Lynn Akers of Dahlonega, GA, Pam and Billy Ward of Sevierville, and Kena Lynn Thomas of Eminence, Ky.; three cherished great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at Westside Chapel Funeral

Home with the Rev. Tim Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Gardens. Deeply appreciated expressions of sympathy can be made to the American Heart Association, the Alzheimer ’s Society, or the charity of your choosing. Arrangements by Westside Chapel Funeral Home in Morristown. Morristown, TN 37814.

LaVerne Bowman LaVerne Bowman, 86 of Sevierville, died Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center. She was a native of Ironton, Ohio, and moved to Tennessee in 1986 after retiring from Jo-Linn Health Care Center.

Survivors: son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Georgene Bowman of Asheville, NC; daughters and son-in-law, Judi and Edward McKee of Port Richey, Fla., and Tammy and Billy Layman of Dandridge; daughter, Brenda Branam of Sevierville; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Tracy Brammer Funeral Home in Ironton, Ohio, at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009.

“Maggie� Juanita Brewer Owenby

“Maggie� Juanita Brewer Owenby, 91 of Sevierville, died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009.

Survivors: sons, Paul and Curtis Owenby; daughters, Billie Harper, Bettye Owenby, Mary Lou Chapman, Patricia Compton and husband Ronald, Lena Gail Owenby and Debra Rogers; daughter-in-law, Vickie Owenby; 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Burl Wilson Sr., died Wednesday, December 16, 2009, of complications from a fall while deer hunting in Georgia (and after killing his final deer).

He was born November 20, 1925, in Sampson County, North Carolina, the son of Theus and Juanita Wilson. He served in the United States Navy during World War II, and moved to Lakeland, Fla., from Daytona Beach in 1955, following his marriage to Lakeland native Dorothy Flanagan.

He founded Wilson Plastering, Drywall & Tile in 1957.

He was a permanent resident of Lakeland and lived part of the year at his home in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. He was a member of Lone Palm Golf Club, Huntington Hills Country Club & Gatlinburg Country Club. He attended First Baptist Church of Gatlinburg.

He was the owner of Burl Wilson, Inc. for more than 40 years, an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish, an expert gardener and grower of Christmas cactuses. He was an active sponsor and volunteer for youth sports organizations and schools when his children were involved. He was an accomplished golfer, who built and repaired golf clubs for decades. He twice held the record for low golf score at Lone Palm and was a former Member of the Year there.

He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy Wilson, his sons Burl Wilson Jr. and his wife Shawn, Bobby Wilson and his wife Diane, and Steve Wilson and his wife Susie, all of Lakeland; his six grandchildren, Daniel Wilson, Travis Wilson, Adam Wilson, Mary Beth Wilson, Jeremy Wilson, Andrew Wilson and Emily Diggs; and his nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Saturday, December 19, from 2 to 3 p.m. at Heath Funeral Chapel, with a funeral service at 3 p.m. in the Chapel. Memorials may be sent to Lakeland Christian School, 1111 Forest Park St., Lakeland, FL, 33803 or to Florida Baptist Children’s Homes, 1015 Sikes Blvd., Lakeland, FL, 33815.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www. heathfuneralchapel.com.

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GOP threatens read-a-thon to slow health care bill WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans accused Democrats of bad manners, bad timing and bad health care policy on Friday, then summoned images of fire and ice for good measure as they campaigned to block passage of sweeping legislation President Barack Obama’s allies want passed by Christmas.

Unperturbed, the White House and Democrats bargained behind closed doors for hours with Sen. Ben Nelson in a search for the 60th vote needed to pass the measure. “Hopefully, we’re making progress,� the Nebraska Democrat said during a break in the talks.

Several officials said Nelson was seeking to ease the impact of a proposed insurance industry tax on nonprofit companies, as well as win more federal funds to cover Nebraska’s cost of treating patients in Medicaid, the state-federal health care program for the poor. These officials, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks, said the administration and Democratic leaders had offered concessions on those points.

Nelson has spoken openly of seeking stricter abortion curbs, and a proposed compromise on that issue has won the tentative support of Catholic hospitals. But the National Right to Life Committee objected during the day, issuing a letter that said it “in no way improves the highly objectionable provisions of the ... bill that authorize subsidies for health plans that cover elective abortion, and that authorize federal mandates for private health plans to cover elective abortion.�

There was no public reaction from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, which played a significant role in drafting an abortion-related provision in the House bill.

If Republicans cared much about the outcome of negotiations, it wasn’t apparent. “This massive piece of legislation that seeks to restructure one-sixth of our economy is being written behind closed doors without input from anyone in an effort to jam it past not only the Senate but the American people before Christmas,� said Sen.

Obama: ‘meaningful breakthrough’ made on climate change

Pregnant soldiers could face court-martial WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. Army general in northern Iraq has added pregnancy to the list of reasons a soldier under his command could be courtmartialed.

The new policy, outlined last month by Maj. Gen. Anthony Cucolo and released Friday by the Army, would apply to both female soldiers who become pregnant on the battlefield and the male soldiers who impregnate them.

Civilians reporting to Cucolo also could face criminal prosecution under the new guidelines.

Army spokesman George Wright said the service typically sends home from the battlefield soldiers who become pregnant. But it is not an Army-wide policy to punish them under the military’s legal code, he said.

However, division commanders like Cucolo have the authority to impose these type of restrictions to personnel operating under their command, Wright said.

Cucolo oversees forces in northern Iraq, an area that includes the cities of Kirkuk, Tikrit and Mosul.

His Nov. 4 order was first reported by the military newspaper Stars and Stripes.

Cucolo’s order outlines some 20 barred activities.

Most of them are aimed at keeping order and preventing criminal activity, such as selling a weapon or taking drugs.

But other restrictions

seemed aimed at preventing soldiers from leaving their unit short-handed, including becoming pregnant or undergoing elective surgery that would prevent their deployment.

Under Cucolo’s order, troops also are prohibited from “sexual contact of any kind� with Iraqi nationals.

And, they cannot spend the night with a member of the opposite sex, unless married or expressly permitted to do so.

COPENHAGEN (AP) — President Barack Obama declared Friday a “meaningful and unprecedented breakthrough� had been reached among the U.S., China and three other countries on a global effort to curb climate change but said much work was still be needed to reach a legally binding treaty. “It is going to be very hard, and it’s going to take some time,� he said near the conclusion of a 193-nation global warming summit. “We have come a long way, but we have much further to go.�

The president said there was a “fundamental deadlock in perspectives� between big, industrially developed countries like the United States and poorer, though sometimes large, developing nations. Still he said this week’s efforts “will help us begin to meet our responsibilities to leave our children and grandchildren a cleaner planet.�

The deal as described by Obama reflects some progress helping poor nations cope with climate change and getting China to disclose its actions to address the warming problem.

But it falls far short of committing any nation to pollution reductions beyond a general acknowledgment that the effort should contain global temperatures along the lines agreed to at a conference of the leading economic nations last July.

Obama suggested Friday’s agreement among the five key countries would be adopted by the larger summit in its closing hours.

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Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the Republican leader. “They are virtually thumbing their nose at the American people who are virtually screaming at us, don’t pass this bill,� he added.

Public opinion polls show lagging support for the measure, although Democrats argue that will change once legislation passes and consumers see benefits.

Not all liberals saw it that way.

MoveOn.org, which helped fuel Obama’s election last year, announced its opposition to the measure, citing its lack of a government-run insurance option. It urged its members to sign a petition saying, “America needs real health care reform — not a massive giveaway to the insurance companies.�

The bill is designed to extend coverage to millions who lack it, prohibit the industry from denying insurance on the basis of pre-existing medical conditions and generally slow the rate of growth of medical spending nationwide.

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Wrapping for a Cure under way

Sevier County Relay For Life is wrapping gifts through 3 p.m. Thursday in Tanger Five Oaks.

The Wrapping for a Cure store is located in the old Samsonite location, directly behind Old MacDonald Farm miniature golf. The store is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Bring any items you would like wrapped. They do not have to be purchased at the mall.

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The Sevier County Humane Society is gift wrapping to raise money for items at the animal shelter on Gnatty Branch Road.

Volunteers are available to gift-wrap items in return for a donation to the Humane Society.

Wrapping will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today; noon to 5 p.m.

Sunday; and 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Dec. 24 at Belz Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge.

Items do not have to be purchased at the mall.

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County offices, centers to close

The Sevier County Courthouse will close at noon Thursday and will reopen Dec. 29.

All Sevier County convenient centers will close at noon Thursday and be closed all day Friday.

The centers will reopen Dec. 26 at their regularly scheduled time.

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Revenue estimates less than predicted

The Tennessee State Funding Board on Friday agreed to a range of revenue estimates that dips below the predictions of economists previously consulted by the panel.

The four board members voted to set the general fund growth rate at between 1.8 percent and 2.3 percent for the budget year beginning July 1. Five economists earlier this week forecast a growth rate of between 1.99 percent and 3.5 percent.

Finance Commissioner Dave Goetz, the lone Democrat on the panel, said the adopted range doesn’t reflect “what we heard from the economists.”

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Rep. Davis says he’ll run in ’10

U.S. Rep. Lincoln Davis said he will run again, unlike two Democratic congressional colleagues who have decided against seeking re-election in Tennessee districts that Republicans are eager to take in 2010.

Davis, a former state legislator and mayor from Pall Mall, represents Tennessee’s 4th District where a doctor seeking the GOP nomination already has amassed as much campaign money as the incumbent.

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TVA chief: Spill ‘painful’ KINGSTON (AP) — The Tennessee Valley Authority’s top executive says changing the way waste is stored at its power plants should reduce the risk of another disastrous coal ash spill like the one that tarnished a riverside community a year ago. But he isn’t offering any guarantees.

Tom Kilgore said eliminating all wet ash and gypsum storage and converting all of TVA’s coal-fired plants to dry storage is part of a plan “to help prevent anything like the Kingston spill from ever happening again.”

He also predicts the Dec. 22,

2008, spill of 5.4 million cubic yards of ash into a river and onto the yards and fields of nearby private property won’t permanently smear the utility’s reputation with the public in its seven-state region.

“The Kingston spill is a painful part of our history, but TVA has a long tradition of being an important part of this region’s development and economic life,” Kilgore said. “We intend to continue that important role into the future and that should be TVA’s ongoing legacy.”

The Environmental Protection Agency this week called the spill at

TVA’s Kingston plant “one of the worst environmental disasters of its kind in history.”

While the spill of ash from burned coal contains arsenic and potentially carcinogenic heavy metals, it is not regulated as hazardous waste.

Some enviromental groups want EPA to change that. TVA owns nearly 3,000 acres of ash ponds at its other coal plants in Tennessee, Kentucky and Alabama.

Changing the coal ash to a hazardous waste would have recyling and economic repercussions, as its byproducts are used in cement and building materials.

MEMPHIS

Man says lawyer bit off his nose

A Memphis attorney bit off part of a man’s nose during a fight in a restaurant bathroom.

A lawsuit filed by Greg Herbers claims attorney Mark Lambert attacked him last June after Herbers asked two men in a bathroom stall to get out so that he could use it.

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In 1946, war broke out in Indochina as troops under Ho Chi Minh launched widespread attacks against the French.

In 1957, Meredith Willson’s musical play “The Music Man” opened on Broadway.

In 1972, Apollo 17 splashed down in the Pacific, winding up the Apollo program of manned lunar landings.

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Space shuttle Discovery and seven astronauts roared into the night toward the crippled Hubble Space Telescope.

Macau spent its last day under Portuguese control before being handed back to China, ending 442 years of colonial rule.

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But whoever has done it has desecrated world memory.”

— Poland’s Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich after someone stole the iron sign bearing the Nazis’ slogan “Arbeit Macht Frei,” or “Work Sets You Free,” that spanned the main entrance to the former Auschwitz death camp.

——— “No, I’m not angry. Because I’ve got God.”

— James Bain after DNA technology exonerated him in the rape of a 9-year-old boy after he spent 35 years in prison for a crime he did not commit.

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— Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., on his opposition to the health care reform bill.

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PHILADLELPHIA (AP) — Jon and Kate Gosselin officially divorced Friday after 10 years of marriage, eight children and a year of tabloid headlines.

Kate Gosselin gets the family home in eastern Pennsylvania in the nofault divorce agreement, according to her lawyer, Mark Momjian. She will also continue as the primary caretaker of the reality TV couple’s 9-year-old twins and 5-year-old sextuplets.

“Divorce is always a difficult process, and in this case there’s obviously the added challenge of being a celebrity and having to deal with the reality of such a large family,” Momjian told The Associated Press.

“But I know she is very excited about restructuring her life and looking forward to the new year.”

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three cheers Donny Richmond has new hit record under his tree

White House at Christmas great place One of the good things about being a media loudmouth is that occasionally you get invited somewhere you actually want to go.

This year, I was lucky enough to get an invitation to the White House media holiday party, which would have been called a Christmas party if U.S. Grant were still president.

Anyway, this is the fourth time I’ve attended the annual event, and I count myself very fortunate. I love the White House — it symbolizes the greatness of America.

The courage and goodness that have been displayed inside this residence ever since John Adams moved in have dramatically changed the world for the better.

Last year, President and Mrs. Bush hosted their final party, and it was fairly extravagant. This year, the crowd was much smaller and the atmosphere was toned down a bit, perhaps because of the government-spending controversy and the recession.

My brief meeting with President and Mrs. Obama went well. Even though I have challenged the president on a number of occasions, I believe I have been fair to him.

We chatted briefly, and he said that I looked to be in better shape than the last time we saw each other. I said that’s because he’s keeping me on my toes.

Michelle Obama, whom I had never met, was stunning.

She was warm and kind to my 10-year-old daughter and gracious to me.

My quick assessment of her: strong, charismatic and beautiful.

After greeting the Obamas, I ran into the president’s cadre of advisers and gave them some jazz about the war on Fox News, a campaign that did not go well for the White House.

Basically, I told the president’s men and women that Americans love spirited conversation and if they have a beef with something on Fox News, they should come on my television program and hash it out.

Look what happened to Al Sharpton. His appearances on Fox News have helped his image immensely. You may not agree with what the reverend says, but at least he has the guts to debate the issues.

At Christmastime, we should all put politics aside. And that’s what the Obamas did.

There were a number of Republicans at the party, and everybody I talked with had a great time. I was pleased with the event and, again, feel privileged to have the vantage point.

I wish everybody could visit the White House in December.

There is something about viewing all the portraits of past presidents, hearing the Marine Corps choir sing Christmas songs and seeing each White House room perfectly decorated for the season that is invigorating, even thrilling.

So, I received my Christmas present early. Thanks for the party, Mr. President.

— Veteran TV news anchor Bill O Reilly is host of the Fox News show “The O Reilly Factor” and author of the book “Who’s Looking Out For You? Distributed by Creators Syndicate. (C)2009 Bill O’Reilly.

(Along with Dolly, of course) Sevier County can now call another internationally renowned recording artist its own — and this artist has released a new single in time for Christmas.

Pigeon Forge resident Donny Richmond, who not unintentionally bears a strong resemblance to Elvis, has released “That’s What Christmas Means,” which he co-wrote the song with Nashville associates David Walker and Randy Smith. In its first week of release Nov. 6, the song was chosen by radio programmers throughout Europe the top new Christmas single for 2009.

The song was part of a series of recording sessions which feature Richmond backed by legendary gospel, country and rock ‘n’ roll musicians. It also includes harmony vocals in one of the late Charlie Hodge’s last recording sessions. (Many will remember Hodge from a long stint at Memories Theater.)

Another song released by Richmond in November, “The World Keeps Loving Elvis,” is charting in England, Holland and Australia. Two chart-busters in Europe — might nice presents for the Pigeon Forge entertainer.

Miniature golf scores hole-in-one for schools

If elves are going to be involved in miniature golf, is there any better time of the year than Christmas? Sponsored by the Gatlinburg and Sevierville chambers of commerce, more than a dozen teams comprised of businesses and high school students turned out at Ripley’s Old MacDonald Farm Mini Golf for the annual E.L.F. miniature golf tournament.

“E.L.F.” is an acronym for Education and Leadership for the Future, and the second annual tournament raised more than $3,700. All money raised through the event pays for Sevier County students to earn dual enrollments with Walters State Community College, and also for an emergency fund.

Major sponsors were Ripley’s Old MacDonald Mini Golf, Mountain Rentals of Gatlinburg, Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union, Collier Food Group, Dollywood, Food City, Hank’s Pizza, Sam’s Club and The Thomas Group.

As the teams competed, staffers from both chambers wore elf costumes to cheer them on. Chamber officials hope this program, led by “tiny” elves, is just the start of something big.

Sexton’s got game when it comes to wildlife laws

David Sexton deserves a tip of the law enforcement hat after being named Tennessee Wildlife Enforcement Officer of the Year by the Shikar-Safari Club. Sexton is a Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officer in Sevier County, and he was presented the award recently at a meeting in Nashville.

Sexton has served in Sevier County for 17 years and he has a long list of accomplishments. Among them: He has helped certify more than 500 students in Sevier through a hunter education program and he’s active in boater education among many other outreach programs for youngsters.

Along with the Sevier County’s Sheriff’s Department, Sexton has coordinated a clean-up day on Douglas Lake, a campaign that helped several miles of the lake’s shoreline become litter free. Sexton’s efforts have also led to some 68 game and fish citations.

Sharing a second of Douglas Lake with two other counties, he performed more than 300 safety checks, issuing 35 citations.

Here’s a man more than talking the talk — he’s walking the walk.

Political view

Public forum Bible makes it very clear church pastors should be men

Editor: Blessed Christmas to you, your staff and all your readers.

It is puzzling to many when we celebrate the birth of Christ; Christians find themselves in a society that seeks to take Christ out of Christmas.

I submit that it is less the fault of those openly opposed to Christianity, and sadly more the fault of those who water down who Christ revealed Himself to be.

God’s word is either authoritative or it is not, and its authority rest in faith, so I expect those who do not believe to attack its authority. But sadly, many within Christianity mischaracterize the motives of those who stand for that truth and misrepresent what scriptural truth is.

Christians are called to share the Gospel truth with all. There is no reason to seek members from other Christian churches when 50 percent to 75 percent of our neighbors do not go to church. We do not seek members from other churches, but will not chase Christians away who

feel their church has departed from the truth.

My goal in writing this letter is to communicate to the unchurched in our community that Saint Paul Lutheran Church does not and will not depart from the truth of God’s word no mater how politically incorrect it may be. Even though we will be mischaracterized as old-fashioned, stubborn, unloving, judgmental, hypocritical homophobes, we will continue to share the truth in love. They often attack the messenger instead of addressing the message.

Christ suffered and died for our sins, so we can suffer a little ridicule while standing for His truth, praying that someone will hear the Gospel.

God’s word is a complete package, not a buffet; we can’t pick and adopt whatever truth we choose. For example some use 1Timothy 2:9 to cite cultural context as a basis for change that allows for a departure from the truth about woman in the role of pastor.

I submit these verses (1 Cor. 14:33-34,37, 1 Tim. 2:11-12, 1 Tim 3:1-3, and Titus 1:5-6) all make very clear that a pastor should be a man.

The context of these is primarily leadership in

worship.

Scripture has no restrictions on women in positions of authority or leadership in other contexts, so neither does my church body the LCMS. However if we read all of 1Timothy 2:9 we discover the context is respectability and modesty, not prohibitions on certain hairstyles, jewelry or clothing.

Saint Paul gives examples of things that communicate vanity and sexual promiscuity in that culture, which some hairstyles, ornate garments and jewelry did. So Saint Paul is giving examples of violations of modest respectable attire, not prohibitions against hairstyles, jewelry and clothing.

These things still have the potential to communicate sexual promiscuity and vanity today but in very different ways.

I pray that in this Christmas season the Gospel truth would not be watered down but preached, proclaimed and lived out in boldness for the benefit of all.

Pastor Robert Portier Saint Paul Lutheran Church Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

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■ The Mountain Press ■ A8 ■ Saturday, December 19, 2009

PREP BASKETBALL

PF squad crusing in Orlando hoops tournament Tigers play in tourney final this morning

By COBEY HITCHCOCK Sports Writer ORLANDO, Fla. — The Pigeon Forge Tigers boys’ basketball team snapped a five-game losing streak with two consecutive wins at the KSA Holiday Classic in Orlando, Fla., this week.

The Tigers easily handled the Episcopal School of Acadiana Falcons out of Lafayette, La., 60-35 Thursday night, advancing the Pigeon Forge team to a tournament semifinal contest on Friday.

Pigeon Forge then took on and defeated the Bishop Timon—St. Jude High School Green-and-Gold Tigers out of Buffalo, N.Y., 60-58 on Friday, advancing the Orange and Black to this morning’s tournament championship contest, which will be played 8:45 a.m. today against the Elevation Academy out of Sarasota, Fla. Pigeon Forge senior Justin Carter led the Tigers on Thursday with 14 points in the 25-point blowout win for the Orange and Black.

Tigers senior Ryan Crowe added 13, senior Ben Cave had seven, junior Caleb Ownby scored five, and junior Aaron Justus, sophomore Curtis Jordan and senior Billy Hewett contributed with four points apiece in Thursday’s win.

Pigeon Forge led 15-10 at the end of one and 34-19 by intermission, but a dominant third quarter effort led to a huge 51-25 edge heading into the final frame.

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The Orange-and-Black Tigers led 17-16 at the end of one and 35-29 at intermission, but they gained as much as a 12-point edge late in the third quarter before entering the fourth with a 47-39 advantage.

The Green-and-Gold Tigers capitalized on a few Pigeon Forge mistakes to tie the game on a few occasions in the fourth, although the Orange and Black refused to surrender the lead to them.

“Instead of putting the game away, we made some mistakes and they hit some shots,” said Shultz. “And it was nip and tuck from that point out.”

Cave led Pigeon Forge with 23 points, including a 5-of-5 show from downtown in the first half of play against Bishop Timon—St. Jude.

Carter added 18 points, sophomore Andy Barnett had five, Crowe and Hewett added four apiece, and Justus, Ownby and junior Benton Tinker chipped in a deuce each in Friday’s win.

The Orange-and-Black Tigers have been having a blast while at the tournament. They have attended an Orlando Magic basketball game and have spent a lot of time at Disney parks in between games. Today’s 8:45 a.m. championship contest was scheduled to allow the teams to have more time to spend at the amusement parks.

“It’s kind of tiring, and we’re worn out,” Shultz said on Friday afternoon.

“But we’re having a good time, building some more team chemistry, and we’ll Cobey Hitchcock/The Mountain Press be going for the champiPigeon Forge’s Justin Carter goes in for a layup against the Sevier County Bears during a game onship against a team that earlier this season. Carter led the Tigers to a win Thursday against Episcopal School of Acadiana could compete in our disat the KSA Holiday Classic in Orlando. He scored 14 points in the team’s victory. trict.

“We’ll have our hands On Friday against the Bishop Timon—St. Jude, full, but we’ll play hard ers saw court time in the Shultz. “The second half especially, we picked up Tigers of different stripes, and although the game and do the best we can.” affair.

“We played well,” said our defense and really held Pigeon Forge pulled out a was close, Pigeon Forge two-point nail biter against never trailed.

Tigers coach Jonathan them.” chitchcock@themountainpress.com PREP BASKETBALL

TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS FOOTBALL

Kippy Brown back with Tennessee G-P bounces back KNOXVILLE — Sweetwater native Kippy Brown has returned to the Volunteer coaching staff as wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator.

“This is a great day for Tennessee football,” Volunteer head coach Lane Kiffin said.

“When hiring assistant coaches you sometimes feel like you hit a homerun. By bringing Kippy back to the Tennessee family, I feel like we hit a grand slam.

“Having known Kippy since 1990, I never imagined being able to add him to our staff, but we always start our searches at the top. Six of our nine coaches have now come here from NFL teams.

“Not only is he one of the best wide receiver coaches in the college or NFL ranks, he has a great connection to the Tennessee family and was an unbelievable recruiter in his two previous coaching stints here under coach Majors and coach Fulmer.

“Kippy will be coaching with us tomorrow as we begin preparations for the Chick-fil-A Bowl. I’d like to thank Dr. Jan Simek and Mike Hamilton for their support in this hiring.”

Brown, who most recently served as assistant head coach and passing game coordinator for the Detroit Lions, brings an extensive amount of experience to the Vols - including 13 years in the college ranks and 13 years in the NFL. Brown began his coaching career at Memphis State University (now University of Memphis), where he served as running backs coach and wide receivers coach.

He has also served as wide receivers coach at the University of Louisville.

He joined the Vols under head coach Johnny Majors in 1982 as wide receivers coach.

During his first stint with the Vols,

with blow-out win

“Not only is he one of the best wide receiver coaches in the college or NFL ranks, he has a great connection to the Tennessee family and was an unbelievable recruiter in his two previous coaching stints here under coach Majors and coach Fulmer.”

By COBEY HITCHCOCK Sports Writer

Coach Lane Kiffin

Brown helped Tennessee acquire the nickname “Wide Receiver U,” coaching numerous pass catchers to greatness, including Anthony Miller, Tim McGee, Alvin Harper and Carl Pickens.

He left the Vols in 1990 to serve as running backs coach for the New York Jets from 1990-1992, before returning to Rocky Top in 1993 as assistant head coach and wide receivers coach for Phillip Fulmer.

During his second stint with the Vols (’93-’94), UT compiled an 18-6 record and outscored their opponents 847-383 over the course of those two years.

Peyton Manning also benefited from Brown’s guidance during his freshman campaign as the Vols’ signal caller.

“Kippy will be a great asset to the team. He has a lot of ties in Tennessee, and he’s a great coach,” said former Vol and NFL star Alvin Harper.

“He was like a father to me. He showed me a lot and helped me grow as a man.

“I learned more at UT than I learned in the pros, and a lot of that is because of Kippy and the invaluable experience he brings.”

Kippy Brown

Brown’s coaching career 1978-1980 Memphis St. (RB, WR Coach) 1982 Louisville (WR Coach) 1983-1989 Tennessee (WR Coach) 1990-1992 NY Jets (RB Coach) 1993-1994 Tennessee (WR, Asst. Coach) 1995 Tampa Bay Bucs (RB Coach) 1996-1999 Miami Dolphins (RB Coach, OC) 2000 Green Bay Packers (RB Coach) 2001 Memphis Maniax (Head Coach) 2002-2005 Houston Texans (WR Coach) 2006-2009 Detroit Lions (WR Coach) 2009-Present Tennessee (WR Coach/PGC)

In 1995, Brown returned to the NFL as running backs coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From 19961997, he served as running backs coach for the Miami Dolphins before being named the offensive coordinator from 1998-99.

He spent the 2000 season with the Green Bay Packers before becoming head coach of the XFL’s Memphis Maniax in 2001.

After the demise of the XFL, he spent four seasons as the Houston Texans wide receivers coach before joining the Detroit Lions in 2006.

SNEEDVILLE — The Gatlinburg-Pittman Highlanders basketball team bounced back from its first loss of the season with a 31-point, 61-30, road trouncing of the Hancock County Indians on Thursday night.

After suffering a 66-58 loss against visiting District 3-AA rival Carter on Tuesday night, the Highlanders (9-1) switched a few things up for their game Thursday night at Hancock.

G-P senior Jake Jackson got his first start of the season Thursday at shooting guard and came up big for the Blue and Gold with a team-leading 16 points, including four shots from downtown.

“I felt like we needed to change some stuff up, and Jake is one of the best shooters on our team,” said G-P coach Raul Placeres. “The other night, we came out flat against Carter, and it was a good sign to see the kids overcome their first loss and play as well as they did (on Thursday night).”

Jackson’s opportunity came at regular starter junior Jon McCroskey’s expense, but Placeres said McCroskey responded the right way by coming off the bench and delivering eight assists to go along with his four points.

With Jackson taking the shooting guard spot, senior McKinley Maples moved to point guard for the first time under Placeres. He came through with seven rebounds, five points and four assists.

G-P junior Morrease “Mo” Barber turned in a double-double performance in Thursday’s win with 14 points and 10 boards. He also had two emphatic thirdquarter slams, with emphasis on the phat.

“Morrease dunked on two kids under the basket, and got an and-1 on it, on an inbound play,” said Placeres.

“The other came off a steal

by McKinley, and Morrease just threw it down twohanded.”

G-P senior Marquise Wall also turned in a double-digit 13-point effort in the win.

The 6-foot-3 Highlander freshman Davis Soehn added four points on Thursday, and he showed some encouraging flashes of his basketball potential.

“He showed glimpses that he’ll be a pretty darn good player once he puts his game all together,” said Placeres.

“He’s definitely got some ability.”

The Highlanders next host the Smoky Mountain Classic tournament, which begins 10:30 a.m. Monday and concludes Wednesday night. chitchcock@themountainpress.com

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Saturday, December 19, 2009 â—† The Mountain Press PIGSKIN PICKS CHAMPION

Bradley is the 2009 Pigskin Picks champion

B r a d l e y ’ s B O W L picks 2009 Pigskin Picks champion Travis Bradley breaks down the bowl season, picking a winner in each of the FBS bowls. Bradley’s selections are in bold.

New Mexico Bowl — Fresno State vs. Wyoming, Dec. 19, 4:30 p.m. ESPN “Both teams have poor defenses, but I like Fresno State with the top rusher in the nation.�

St. Petersburg Bowl — UCF vs. Rutgers, Dec. 19, 8 p.m. ESPN

“I think Rutgers will get their 4th bowl victory in a row, but it depends on how well freshman QB Savage plays.�

New Orleans Bowl — Southern Miss vs. MTSU, Dec. 20, 8:30 p.m. ESPN

“I think this game will come down to the defense, and MTSU has the edge finishing first nationally in tackles for loss per game and fourth in sacks.�

MAACO Las Vegas Bowl — Oregon State vs. BYU, Dec. 22, 8 p.m. ESPN

“This game should be a shootout, but I think Oregon State will edge it out and get their 6th-straight bowl win.�

Poinsettia Bowl — Utah vs. Cal, Dec. 23, 8 p.m. ESPN

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl — Nevada vs. SMU, Dec. 24, 8 p.m. ESPN

“Nevada loves to run with the country’s top rushing offense at 362.3 yards per game. They also were the first team in NCAA history with three 1,000-yard rushers in one season.�

Little Caesars Bowl — Marshall vs. Ohio, Dec. 26, 1 p.m. ESPN

“One of the least attractive bowl games this year. I like Ohio with Marshall having too many distractions after coach Mark Snyder resigned and the team lost 3 of its last 4 games.�

Meineke Car Care Bowl —Pitt vs. North Carolina, Dec. 26, 4:30 p.m. ESPN

“North Carolina has a really good defense but their offense is really bad. I think the difference will be Pitt’s running game with Big East offensive player of the year Dion Lewis.�

Emerald Bowl —Boston College vs. USC, Dec. 26, 8 p.m. ESPN

“As long as USC shows up and doesn’t feel this bowl is beneath them they should take care of Boston College.�

Music City Bowl —Kentucky vs. Clemson, Dec. 27, 8:30 p.m. ESPN

“It is tough to pick against Randall Cobb, but Clemson has C.J. Spiller who was the ACC player of the year and who finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy.�

Independence Bowl — Texas A&M vs. Georgia, Dec. 28, 5 p.m. ESPN2

“I think Georgia has more talent and will have something to prove after firing their defensive staff. They are also coming off a very good win against Georgia Tech.�

EagleBank Bowl — UCLA vs. Temple, Dec. 29, 4:30 p.m. ESPN

“Another match up that is not very good. UCLA has better athletes and should pull this out.�

2009 PIGSKIN PICKS CHAMPION TRAVIS BRADLEY

Bradley said it is tough, however, to pick against the Blue and Gold. “I went to G-P, so it’s always tough to pick against you’re home school, it’s always tough, but you’ve got to pick who you think will win. “Every now and then I’ll run into somebody and they’ll talk to me about it. There are a few people that give me a hard time about it.�

When it comes to actually picking the college and pro games, Bradley’s had almost eight years of experience. “I do online fantasy games and college pick ‘em,� Bradley said. “ I usually do fairly well on there, and two years ago I contacted the paper about doing it, and I’ve been doing it the past three years, and I love doing it.�

If there is an art to choosing winners, Bradley’s got it to a science. “I have a little bit of a formula I use. This year was a little bit tougher because we had to turn in picks earlier so we didn’t always know about injuries,� he said. “But I would look at the spread, study each team, the matchups, and then just kind of go from there. A lot of it is just going with your gut on how you feel about each game.�

In past years, Bradley said he’s get antsy in the

Champs Sports Bowl — Miami vs. Wisconsin, Dec. 29, 8 p.m. ESPN

“I think Miami’s speed will be the difference in this game. Wisconsin got blown out last year in this bowl against FSU.�

P i g sk i n P i c ks f i n a l sta n d i n g s Travis Bradley Jason Ellis Kevin Ownby Bill Bales Jason Davis Derek Hodges Tonya Faig Mike Werner Shane Kelley Kendra Lenhart

Humanitarian Bowl — Bowling Green vs. Idaho, Dec. 30, 4:30 p.m. ESPN

“This is a pretty even game, but I am going with the hotter team. Bowling Green finished with four straight wins and Idaho has lost four of its last five games. Bowling Green is led by former TN coordinator Dave Clawson.�

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final few weeks and sometimes go against his gut.

This year, he decided to stick to his guns. “I was just going to keep doing what I’ve been doing. The last couple of years I got a little uptight and started picking a little different. This year I just decided to keep doing what I do and it worked out for me.�

Look for Bradley to defend his champion status next year on the Pigskin Panel, where former champ Jason Ellis will be looking for revenge. “It was a pleasure to take him down,� Bradley said with a laugh.

If you’re interested in being a part of the Pigskin Panel for 2010, drop a message to me at jdavis@ themountainpress.com, and I’ll keep your name in the running for next year’s panel.

out a return to coaching.

When asked if a potential job in Cleveland would encompass team president, general manager or coaching, he said, “it would be any and all, I would say.� “It’s a pretty wonderful opportunity for anybody,� the 61-year-old Super Bowl-winning coach said. “Exactly how the setup will be regarding me, that’s something I’m still thinking about. It’s my obligation to let the Browns know what I’m thinking that way. There is a bit of a timetable we’re working on right now.�

Holmgren gave no indication when he’ll give the Browns his decision, and said he is not using the team to get a job elsewhere. “I ’m not trying to lever-

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“This bowl should produce a ton of points and yards. I think Houston has the edge with QB Case Keenum.�

Brut Sun Bowl — Oklahoma vs. Stanford, Dec. 31, 2 p.m. CBS

“I would love to pick Stanford with Toby Gerhart, but their QB is banged up and may not play in this game. I think that will be the difference. If Andrew Luck does play then Stanford could pull out the upset.�

Texas Bowl — Navy vs. Missouri, Dec. 31, 3:30 p.m. ESPN

“Missouri gets the job done led by the nation’s number one receiver Danario Alexander.�

Insight Bowl — Minnesota vs. Iowa State, Dec. 31, 6 p.m. NFL Network

“This game is another toss up with both teams struggling on offense. Coach Tim Brewster needs this game, so I think the Gophers will find a way to win.�

Chick-fil-A Bowl — Virginia Tech vs. Tennessee, Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m. ESPN

“Monte Kiffin will have a game plan ready to contain the Hokies while Crompton and Hardesty rack up the points.�

Outback Bowl — Northwestern vs. Auburn, Jan. 1, 11 a.m. ESPN

“Northwestern has not won a bowl game since 1949. I do not see them ending that streak anytime soon.�

Capital One Bowl — Penn St. vs. LSU, Jan. 1, 1 p.m. ABC

“I think Penn State’s defense will edge out LSU’s defense. This is a pretty tough game to pick, but I do not have much faith in Les Miles.�

Gator Bowl — West Virginia vs. Florida St., Jan. 1, 1 p.m. CBS

“This will be an emotional game for Coach Bowden. I still do not think his team is good enough to send him out a winner. Look for Noel Devine to have a big game rushing.�

Rose Bowl — Ohio State vs. Oregon, Jan. 1, 4:30 p.m. ABC

“The Ducks have an explosive offense that will be too much for the Buckeyes to handle. Ohio State has struggled to score this year and that is not a good thing against the Ducks.�

Allstate Sugar Bowl — Cincinnati vs. Florida, Jan. 1, 8:30 p.m. FOX

“Tim Tebow will bounce back and lead his team to victory. I think Cincinnati has too many distractions with Brian Kelly leaving.�

International Bowl — South Florida vs. Northern Illinois, Jan. 2, Noon ESPN2 “South Florida lost five of its last seven games. I am going to take Northern Illinois in a mild upset.�

Papajohns.com Bowl — South Carolina vs. UConn, Jan. 2, 2 p.m., ESPN

“SC looked good against Clemson and I do not see any way that the Huskies can compete against the SEC.�

AT&T Cotton Bowl — Oklahoma St. vs. Ole Miss, Jan. 2, 2 p.m. FOX

“Ok State looked horrible in their last game against Oklahoma and I believe Snead will guide the Rebels to victory.�

Valero Alamo Bowl — Michigan St. vs. Texas Tech, Jan. 2, 9 p.m. ESPN “I do not see any way Michigan State will hang with Leach’s Raiders.�

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“The SEC vs. Conference USA. I do not think anything else needs to be said.�

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AutoZone Liberty Bowl — Arkansas vs. East Carolina, Jan. 2, 5:30 p.m. ESPN

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BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Mike Holmgren considers the opportunity to run the Cleveland Browns “very, very appealing� and plans to give the team his decision “sooner than later.�

Holmgren, who spent two days meeting with owner Randy Lerner earlier this week, said during his weekly radio show Friday on Seattle’s KJR that he liked everything he learned about the Browns during his visit to Cleveland.

The former Seahawks and Green Bay coach sounded as if he’s leaning toward accepting the Browns’ offer, calling the chance to head the struggling franchise’s football operations “about as good a job situation as you can ask for in this business.�

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FedEx Orange Bowl — Iowa vs. Georgia Tech, Jan. 5, 8 p.m. FOX “I believe Georgia Tech’s option attack will give Iowa fits and lead them to victory.�

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Holmgren wants to talk to the Seahawks about returning to the team he coached for 10 years.

GMAC Bowl — Central Michigan vs. Troy, Jan. 6, 7 p.m. ESPN

“Dan LeFevour will lead Central Michigan to victory. He is an amazing quarterback with unreal stats. For his career he has 12,510 career passing yards with 103 TDs, while rushing for 2,936 yards and 46 touchdowns.�

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Midway through this season’s Pigskin Picks Panel in The Mountain Press, it looked like twotime champ Jason Ellis was going to win his thirdstraight year of bragging rights.

But a Nov. 8 pick of the Dallas Cowboys by perpetual bridesmaid Travis Bradley saw the Sevierville magazine mogul finally reach Ellis, as the defending champs’ pick — the Philadelphia Eagles — fell 20-16.

The next week Bradley went up two games on the defending champ, and from there it was history.

Bradley, who’s the co-owner of the Smoky Mountain Navigator, a quarterly tourist magazine, picked great all year, and finally got over on his friend and former classmate Ellis. “I had a blast picking this year and it felt good to finally take Jason down,�

Bradley said.

A big fan of the Tennessee Vols and Indianapolis Colts — as witnessed by his No.18 Peyton Manning jersey in the picture accompanying this column — Bradley said he tries to maintain objectivity while selecting winners for the panel. “When you’re making the picks, that’s one of the things,� Bradley said. “You’ve got to go with who you expect to win, not who you like. I can never take the Patriots, I hate the Patriots too much.�

Bradley said the hardest aspect of picking isn’t going against your team — it’s picking winners early on in the high school football season. “High school games are the toughest,� he said. “Especially the start of the year, because you just don’t have much information to go on, and there’s really limited information out there to go on. “As the year goes on it gets a little easier, because you can look at the teams they’ve played, similar teams and of course you gather information as the year goes on.�

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“Cal’s 4 losses have all been by blowouts, and Utah always plays good in the postseason. They have won their last 8 bowl games. Utah’s defense led the Mountain West with 15 interceptions.�

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Man gets 2 1/2 years in sale of gun that shot McNair

By LUCAS L. JOHNSON II Associated Press Writer NASHVILLE — A convicted murderer who sold a gun to Steve McNair’s mistress that she used to kill the ex-NFL quarterback and herself was pursuing the young woman romantically.

Thirty-three-year-old Adrian Gilliam was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison on Friday for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Metropolitan Nashville Police spokesman Don Aaron said after the hearing that text messages between Gilliam and 20-year-old Sahel Kazemi showed there was “a desired relationship� with Kazemi. “The messages that he sent to her clearly indicate he wants to be around her,� Aaron said. “He was pursuing her.�

In October, CBS News reported Gilliam and Kazemi exchanged more than 200 calls more than three weeks before the murder-suicide, including 49 texts and calls the day before.

Police released a few texts retrieved from Kazemi’s phone and one shows Gilliam asking if they’re going to get together.

Gilliam acknowledged during a court hearing in

September that he sold Kazemi a loaded 9 mm semiautomatic pistol for $100. Homicide detective Sgt. Pat Postiglione told reporters at a press conference later Friday that Gilliam said he sold Kazemi the gun for her protection because “she talked about some prowlers being in the area.�

Police originally said Kazemi met Gilliam while she was trying to sell her car, and then she said she was looking to buy a gun.

Following Friday’s hearing, Aaron said Gilliam lied to police during an initial interview at his La Vergne home in which his fiancee was present because he did not want her to know about his romantic interest in Kazemi.

Aaron said Gilliam eventually told police that he and Kazemi met outside a downtown Nashville club weeks prior to the deaths. Aaron said Gilliam was never a suspect in the deaths because there was no evidence he was involved. “When it all comes down to the science of the crime

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Police have said Kazemi’s life was spinning out of control because of financial and other problems.

They said Kazemi sent McNair a text message on July 3 to say she was so stressed she might have a breakdown and asked for $2,000 to pay bills. Texts show McNair had someone transfer the money to her.

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Emily Andrews, Kazemi’s former roommate, told police that McNair told her he was working on divorcing his wife so he and Kazemi could get married, according to documents also released Friday

by Nashville police.

However, Andrews said Kazemi was suspicious that McNair was seeing other women.

Andrews said Kazemi was also seeing other people, including a player from the Tennessee Titans — where McNair was quarterback — and a Vanderbilt University football player.

Nevertheless, Postiglione said Kazemi’s emotional tie to McNair led to her decision to kill him. “I think she had her mind set on killing the man that she ... could not live without. She figured if she couldn’t have him, then nobody would.�

Given an opportunity to speak during the hearing, Gilliam said, “My heart goes out to the families of the victims. I have learned

a lot of lessons.�

He asked the judge for leniency because his family, including a toddler daughter, is struggling financially, and he said he wants to support them. The girl was among a few of Gilliam’s family members who attended the hearing, including his fiancee who sobbed uncontrollably when his sentence was announced.

U.S. District Court Judge Todd Campbell said he understood that Gilliam bought the gun to protect his family and has tried to stay out of trouble since a 1993 conviction in Florida for murder and attempted armed robbery.

But, he told Gilliam, “being a felon in possession of a firearm is a serious offense.� “This very case illustrates why felons shouldn’t have guns,� he said. “They wind up in the wrong place, and bad things happen.�

Gilliam had faced up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL 11 a.m.

ESPN2 — NCAA Division III Championship, championship game, Mount Union vs.

Wisconsin-Whitewater, at Salem, Va. 4:30 p.m.

ESPN — New Mexico Bowl, Fresno St. vs. Wyoming, at Albuquerque, N.M. 8 p.m.

ESPN — St. Petersburg Bowl, UCF vs. Rutgers, at St. Petersburg, Fla. EXTREME SPORTS 3 p.m.

NBC — Winter Dew Tour, at Breckenridge, Colo.

GOLF 9:30 a.m.

TGC — European PGA Tour, South African Open Championship, third round, at Western Cape, South Africa (same-day tape) MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Noon ESPN — Michigan at Kansas 2 p.m.

CBS — National coverage, UCLA at Notre Dame ESPN — North Carolina at Texas ESPN2 — Xavier at Butler 4 p.m.

CBS — National coverage, Duke vs. Gonzaga, at New York

ESPN2 — W. Kentucky at Louisville 4:30 p.m.

FSN — Tennessee at Southern Cal 6 p.m.

ESPN2 — Memphis at Massachusetts NBA BASKETBALL 8 p.m.

WGN — Atlanta at Chicago SOCCER 7:30 a.m.

ESPN2 — Premier League, Portsmouth vs. Liverpool, at Portsmouth, England WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 2:30 p.m.

FSN — Tennessee at Stanford WOMEN’S COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL 8 p.m.

ESPN2 — NCAA Division I tournament, championship match, teams TBA, at Tampa, Fla.

elementary hoops Elementary basketball Results through Thursday.

Pi Beta Phi vs. Pigeon Forge Boys’ game: Pi Phi 44, Pigeon Forge 36 Leading scorers Pi Phi: Trevor Jain 13, Tanner Cox 9, Clay Leatherwood 8, Spencer Brien 7, Chad Ayers 3, Skyler Gibbons 2, Holden Norton 2 Pigeon Forge:

Peyton Marshall 22, Kolby Black 5 Girls’ game: Pigeon Forge 53, Pi Phi 45 Leading scorers Pigeon Forge: E. Carpenter 14, M. Trombley 12, J. Sharp 10, R. Baker 8 Pi Phi: Micki Werner 13, Macee Tinker 12, Sydney Perry 9, Alicia Sumeriski 8, Courtney Malone 2, Marah Herrell 1

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Philadelphia at Boston, 7:30 p.m.

Utah at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at New York, 8 p.m.

Indiana at Memphis, 8 p.m.

Milwaukee at Cleveland, 8 p.m.

Denver at New Orleans, 8 p.m.

Sacramento at Minnesota, 8 p.m.

Detroit at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m.

Houston at Dallas, 8:30 p.m.

Washington at Golden State, 10:30 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Utah at Charlotte, 7 p.m.

Portland at Orlando, 7 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m.

L.A. Lakers at New Jersey, 8 p.m.

Atlanta at Chicago, 8 p.m.

Indiana at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m.

Sacramento at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m.

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Oklahoma City at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

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Sunday’s Games New Orleans at Toronto, 12:30 p.m.

Denver at Memphis, 4 p.m.

Minnesota at Boston, 6 p.m.

L.A. Lakers at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Portland at Miami, 6 p.m.

Cleveland at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.

Charlotte at New York, 7:30 p.m.

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Carolina at Florida, 7:30 p.m.

Toronto at Buffalo, 7:30 p.m.

Tampa Bay at St. Louis, 8 p.m.

Boston at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

Washington at Vancouver, 10 p.m.

Saturday’s Games N.Y. Rangers at Philadelphia, 1 p.m.

Detroit at Dallas, 3 p.m.

Phoenix at Anaheim, 4 p.m.

Nashville at Calgary, 4 p.m.

Minnesota at Ottawa, 7 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Buffalo, 7 p.m.

Boston at Toronto, 7 p.m.

Montreal at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m.

Florida at Carolina, 7 p.m.

New Jersey at Atlanta, 7 p.m.

Columbus at Colorado, 9 p.m.

Washington at Edmonton, 10 p.m.

Sunday’s Games Detroit at Chicago, 7 p.m.

St. Louis at Vancouver, 10 p.m.

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Sunday’s Games Miami at Tennessee, 1 p.m.

Arizona at Detroit, 1 p.m.

Atlanta at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m.

Houston at St. Louis, 1 p.m.

New England at Buffalo, 1 p.m.

Cleveland at Kansas City, 1 p.m.

San Francisco at Philadelphia, 1 p.m.

Oakland at Denver, 4:05 p.m.

Cincinnati at San Diego, 4:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Seattle, 4:15 p.m.

Chicago at Baltimore, 4:15 p.m.

Green Bay at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.

Minnesota at Carolina, 8:20 p.m.

Monday’s Game N.Y. Giants at Washington, 8:30 p.m.

Friday’s Games San Diego at Tennessee, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 27 Buffalo at Atlanta, 1 p.m.

Houston at Miami, 1 p.m.

Seattle at Green Bay, 1 p.m.

Carolina at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m.

Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m.

Tampa Bay at New Orleans, 1 p.m.

Oakland at Cleveland, 1 p.m.

Kansas City at Cincinnati, 1 p.m.

Jacksonville at New

England, 1 p.m.

Detroit at San Francisco, 4:05 p.m.

St. Louis at Arizona, 4:05 p.m.

N.Y. Jets at Indianapolis, 4:15 p.m.

Denver at Philadelphia, 4:15 p.m.

Dallas at Washington, 8:20 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 28 Minnesota at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

NFL Playoff Scenarios Week 15 AFC Indianapolis Clinched AFC South and homefield advantage throughout AFC playoffs.

San Diego — Clinches AFC West with: 1) A Denver loss.

2) A win or tie and a Denver tie. — Clinches a first-round bye with: 1) A win, Denver loss or tie and a New England loss or tie. — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win or tie.

2) A loss or tie by New England, Baltimore and Miami.

3) A loss or tie by New England, Baltimore and N.Y. Jets.

4) A loss or tie by Miami, Baltimore and N.Y. Jets.

5) A loss or tie by Miami, N.Y. Jets and Jacksonville.

6) A loss or tie by Miami, Baltimore and Jacksonville.

7) A loss or tie by N.Y. Jets, Baltimore and Jacksonville.

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2) A tie and a Minnesota loss.

Minnesota Clinched a playoff spot — Clinches NFC North with: 1) A win.

2) A tie and a Green Bay loss or tie.

3) Green Bay loss. — Clinches first-round bye with: 1) A win and a Philadelphia loss or tie.

2) A tie and a Green Bay loss or tie and a Philadelphia loss.

Arizona — Clinches NFC West with: 1) A win and San Francisco loss or tie.

2) A tie and a San Francisco loss.

Philadelphia — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win or tie and N.Y. Giants loss or tie 2) A win and a Dallas win or tie Green Bay — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win and a Dallas loss.

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Sale at public auction will be on January 5, 2010 at 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Brad Ackerman and, Maria Ackerman to Quality Title, Inc., Trustee, on March 16, 2007 at Volume 2776, Page 583conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Register�s Office.

Owner of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the “Savings Bankâ€?) from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. Ă&#x; 1821(d) 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 Thirteenth (13th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit:Lot 4011 of Starr Crest Resort 2, Phase 4, as the same appears of record in Large Map Book 7, Page 25, in the Registerďż˝s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property.Subject to Water Line Easement and Agreement of record in Volume Book 2465, Page 73, in the said Registerďż˝s Office.

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Current Owner(s) of Property: MBA Property Holdings, LLC The street address of the above described property is believed to be 1959 Starr Ridge Drive, Sevierville, TN 37876, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control.

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Call Carl 865-654-6691

113 MISC. SERVICES

117 ELECTRICAL

Errand Runner: Let us help you with all your shopping needs, Dr. visits, etc and special request.

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

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236 GENERAL

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1100 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN Front Desk Agent- Full Time, Year Round, Insurance and additional benefits.

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Accepting applications 12/15/0912/23/09.

Maintenance Worker Provide general Maintenance duties for a luxury cabin rental company.

Strong work ethic; ability to work weekends & holidays.

Primarily day shift with flexibility to work nights.

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356 STORAGE BUILDINGS

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107 LOST & FOUND 3 $1 bills stolen. 1 says Donnies 1st, 1 says Donnies last, 1 says Gails 1st. Call 908-5259 Dog Found Waldens Creek United Methodist Church Saturday.

Male Yellow Lab. Call 453-1221

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A-1 pre-owned dryers, washers, ranges & refrigerators All with warranty.

Cagles Furniture and Appliances

453-0727

Table w/Six Chairs $300. Queen size Bedroom Suite $200. 429-1301 Tan leather rocker recliner. Never used $125. 429-5216.

865-908-6789

SPACIOUS

1100 sq. ft.

2BR/2BA $600 mth + $500 dep.

1 yr lease. No Pets.

428-0713 or 389-5780 FINCHUM PROPERTIES Leasing 1 & 2 BR apts Hardwood oors, plus many extras, 1 year lease, no pets.

TVA energy efďŹ cient 865-453-8947 865-776-2614

CROSSCREEK 2BR/1.5BA $545 2BR/2BA Large Garden apartment $570.00 to $580.00 865-429-4470 Gatlinburg 2BR 2BA w/washer & dryer hook up $695/mo 865-654-8368

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

Spacious, Furn or Unfurn 2 story & Garage W/D, D/W, Balcony Weekly or Monthly

865-789-1427 693 ROOMS FOR RENT

Weekly Rentals Includes Phone, Color TV, Wkly Housekeeping Micr./Frig. Available

1 & 2 BR avail.

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

654-7033

Private Motel Room Great for 1 person!

1 bed, full size frig. microwave, cable TV $120 weekly $50 deposit 436-7745 Gatlinburg

428 Park Rd. near trolley stop CHEAP$100 weekly Includes All Utilities.

Cable, Laundry, Kitchens, Clean Rooms, NO PETS.

800-359-8913

2BR/2BA in PF. Includes refrigerator, stove, dishwasher.

W/D connection.

Private deck. $650/mo.

Call 654-9437 or 654-3456.

Gatlinburg Beautiful 2BR 2BA Furnished Condo with Fireplace, Overlooks stocked trout stream and has heated pool. Walk to downtown Gatlinburg, includes water, cable, Flat screen TV. Immediate occupancy, Minimum 1 Year lease $875 mth.

865-771-9600

865-933-0504

Very Nice Unit Kodak

2BR/2BA $465 # ( ! DECKS s .O 0ETS

865-368-6602

OPEN HOUSE 12 Homes to view

RENT NO MORE! RENTERS, LET YOUR RENT BE YOUR DOWN PAYMENT! ONLY 10 HOMES LEFT

Garage Sale. Saturday only.

Rain or Shine. Cheap. Everything must go.

1342 Korey Blvd in Dogwood Hills, Boyds Creek. 8-4 Inside Yard Sale. Dolly Parton Pkwy Creswell’s Market. Fri & Sat starting at 8am.

Lots of Christmas items.

556 FIREWOOD Firewood for sale. All hardwood. $45 rick. 865-977-8903 557 MISC. SALES George Steck & Co. Grand Piano for sale.

865-9085259 New Bathroom Mirror 40x60 $90. Call 386-569-1154 or 386-569-7204

Beagle puppies for sale. 9 wks old. $75 each. 4534890.

Bouvier DeFlanders Fawn colored Christmas Pups weaned and shots.

Male and Female.

Call 865-908-4244

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1BR furnished City of Pigeon Forge. $550 mth. 865712-3026.

BIG BROKER BOB’s REALTY 865-774-5919

1BR furn apt. All ammenities. $135 wk.

Wears Valley. 865228-8414

SILO APARTMENTS

1BR Unfurnished No Washer/Dryer 710 West Main Street.

1 mile past Hardees on Right $400 a month.

548-1486 or 4532026

2BD/2BA APARTMENT

2BR 1.5BA Townhouse

Central H/A. All appliances + W/D. Very nice. Great location.

PF City Limits. $650/mth + damage dep. No pets.

428-1951 Ask for Ron

in Sevierville Offers 1/2 BR Units Pet Friendly

PIGEON FORGE

New Center 3BR/2BA Garage, Pet Friendly

Sevierville 5BD/4.5BA Fully furnished, w/hot tub, washer, dryer, etc.

Wears Valley 1BD/1.5BA Pet Friendly

SEVIERVILLE RENTALS

Apartments, mobile homes and trailer lots for rent

453-2959

3BR 2BA 1400+ sq ft.

Pigeon Forge.

Large private back porch on creek.

Triplex unit. Call 865-654-2077.

Sev. Late model DW w/lg lot. 3br/2ba

$550/mo,

New Homes for Rent.

3BR/2BA starting at $700 - $850 & $1000 per month.

No pets.

865-850-3874

NICE, CLEAN IN KODAK

3 BD / 2 BA 4 MILES FROM EXIT 407 $700/MONTH & DEPOSIT. NO PETS. 865-712-5238, 865-705-9096

2BR 1BA Water/sewer furnished. 2.5 mile out Allensville. $175 a week. $800 damage deposit.

Absolutely no pets.

429-1301

Mountain View

Gatlinburg Walk to downtown.

Low weekly rates. Furn, cable tv, micro, fridge, phone. 4364387

$900/mo, call (865)933-9775,

697 CONDO RENTALS

Peaceful Settings

2 BR APT. in Pigeon Forge area. $550/mo, $275 damage dep. up front. No pets! 865573- 6859 or 3895229

Very nice brick home in River Run Sub. 3br/2ba with basement garage

2BR 1BA home on Douglas Lake in gated community. $800 mth $400 dep 865-474-0185

2-3 BR Homes

Rooms for rent, weekly rates, furn., cable TV, same rent all year.

Seymour Hinkle Sub 3BR 2BA $975 mth. + dep. 6801032

Spacious 1100 sq ft 2BR 2BA Almost new. 4 minutes from town. 865742-6176

698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS

Affordable Housing in Gatlinburg

$625 to $850+. Wanda Galli Realty Exec.

680-5119 or 7744307.

2BR & 3BR houses for rent. Sevierville.

Starting at $750.

Dep & Refs required. 654-2099.

for all rentals visit: www.rentalhouseonline.com

Townhouse

699 HOME RENTALS

Sevierville Duplex 2BR 2BA Whirlpool. $650 mo. No pets.

References. Tony414-6611

$550/mo, call (865)933-9775, 601 TOWNHOUSES FOR RENT

699 HOME RENTALS

865-933-9775 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

2 large BR, 1.5 BA, Private back porch,

DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE

500 MERCHANDISE

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

Sevierville, Apartment

436-4471 or 621-2941

581 PETS

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453-0727

incl. water & sewer.

SELF STORAGE Convenient Location!

411 South, left on Robert Henderson Rd., 1/4 mile on right at Riverwalk Apts.

429-2962

555 GARAGE & YARD SALES 236 GENERAL

2 new recliners $398 Cagles Furniture & Appliances 2364B Pittman Center Rd.

Kellum Creek Townhomes 2 BR $645.00

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Online

Fast paced cabin rental company in search of top notch customer service representatives.

Drug test required.

Please apply in person at 652 Wears Valley Rd., Pigeon Forge. TN.

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

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

Pigeon Forge 865-453-4905

Thursday, 10 a.m.

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589 FURNITURE

NICE, CLEAN

$169.77+ Family Inns West

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Sweet Potatoes for sale.

865-4286714

247 MAINTENANCE

Classifieds After the first insertion, want ads scheduled to be published again on Tue., Wed., Thu., or Fri. may be canceled or corrected between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. on the day prior to publication. For ads on Sat., due Thu. prior to 3 p.m.; for Sun., Fri. prior to 10 a.m. and Mon., prior to 11 a.m.

Ready for Christmas Miniature Dauhsands. 865-3356403

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

865-453-0086 2BR mobile home.

865-654-8702.

CLOSE IN TO SEV 2BR/2BA, Stove, Fridge, D/W, Includes Mowing. $575 a mo Fresh paint. Lease, Ref. Req. 1st, Last and Damage. No Pets.

Rebecca 621-6615 Kodak 3BR 2BA $500 mth + dep. No pets. Refs. 9336544.

Single and Doublewides near Douglas Lake $400 & up + deposit 3827781 or 933-5894 699 HOME RENTALS

OWNER FINANCE lease option, purchase.

3bd/2ba, all brick, ďŹ replace, w/tub plus ext 24x24 garage/ workshop, large lot, 100% of pmnts go toward purchase $1400 a month

654-6691

3BR 2BA in Red Bud Subdivision.

Appliances included. $750 & up + deposit.

428-5212

3BDR 2BA ranch style house on cul-desac, CH/A, city water & sewer, Sevierville area. Good neighborhood, pets negotiable. $725/mo, plus depoisit & last mo. rent, call 453-1201 M-F for application 3BR 1.5BA New paint, carpet & windows.

Covered carport, washer/dryer, large yard, quiet neighborhood. 1/10 mile off Parkway in Sevierville. Refs.

No pets or smoking. $850 mth + dep & last mth.

865-429-1335 or 865-654-6623

720 LAKE & RESORT PROPERTY Campsites near Douglas Lake. All hookups. $275 mth 382-7781 or 9335894.

HUD PUBLISHER’S NOTICE

722 BUSINESS BUILDINGS

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, family status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination. State laws forbid discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-6699777, The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

4 office rentals + large garage. S. Blvd Way $249,000.

933-6544

Warehouse & Office Space Near exit 407 & 412 of I-40 382-7781 or 9335894 724 REAL ESTATE WANTED

Wanted to buy 2BR 2BA duplex or condo with no steps.

240-533-6375 No brokers please.

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

710 HOMES FOR SALE

28x80 5BR $34,900.

Very nice. 9336544

1600 sq ft home w/garage, Great Location to school etc.

Newly Remodeled.

Great Starter Home Must see. $144,000 OBO 680-4290 or 6965721 Large Wears Valley Rd 2 story Farmhouse Z-Com 3br 2ba $225K D-588-4554

943 AUTOMOBILE SALES

OWNER FINANCE lease option, puchase Great Pigeon Forge location 3bd/2ba gas fireplace, hardwood floors many extras, $169,000 740-6131

2001 Lincoln Towncar Signature Series.

Excellent condition. Leather interior. $6000. 6542151.

3BR house in Gatlinburg $850 mth.

865-850-2690 3BR/2BA + 20x20 Bonus Room 2 car garage in Kodak $925/Mo + dep.

865-748-2684 For Rent 3BR, 2BA house.

Pigeon Forge. $995 mo.

573-7997.

House for rent or lease purch.

Beautiful brand new 2BR 2BA Nice yard.

Call 414-6593 One Bedroom Cabin Furnished. Very nice residential rental between Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge. $600 mth, 1 year lease.

No sub leasing.

423-246-1500.

Overlooking AppleBarn 3BR 2BA Jac, fp, 2 car gar, W/D, tv’s.

Fully furnished. No smoking or pets.

1st, last & damage. ***865-755-5325*** Sevierville Doublewide 2BR $500 mth + deposit. No pets.

Ref. 933-6544

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Saturday, December 19, 2009 ◆ The Mountain Press Family Circus

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Advice

May need to have reclusive mother evaluated by geriatric therapist

Zits

Blondie

Baby Blues

Beetle Bailey

Dear Annie: Our 90-year-old mother’s brain is turning to mush.

She was one of the smartest, brightest people we knew, but after years of sitting in her home alone, she is getting duller by the day, and it is not due to dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Mom’s lack of socialization is the greatest problem, although she also needs a lot of physical help but is not willing to admit it. I have four siblings, and we have tried everything we can think of to get her home care or into an assistedliving facility, but she’s not interested. We visit, call and do what we can, but we cannot get her to change her living situation.

Mom can afford these services, but she is stingy with her money. We have tried to impress upon her that she has saved for many years “for her old age” and now is the time to spend it, but old habits are hard to break.

Other than the family, no one visits her. She will not turn on the radio, TV or lights. Living through the Depression is part of why she won’t use electricity, but she also is suffering from her own personal depression. We’ve worked with agencies for the elderly and have had professional people talk to her, and my sister has offered to let Mom live with her, although that wouldn’t help with the socialization since she’d still be alone most of the day. We will help with any living arrangement she chooses. What else can we do? — Worried Dear Worried: Has your mother been evaluated by a geriatric specialist? There may, in fact, be some demen-

tia, and there certainly could be severe depression. If so, it may be time for you to take over the decision-making process regarding her living arrangements. Get a referral from her doctor, or call the Eldercare Locator (www.eldercare. gov) at 1-800-677-1116 or, if you can afford it, the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (caremanager.org), 3275 West Ina Rd., Suite 130, Tucson, AZ 85741-2198.

Dear Annie: My son is a third-year college student at a prestigious university. Today he was walking on campus and came across a large group of touring high-school kids and their parents.

One of the fathers yelled out, “Fag!” My son just kept walking as he always does when this happens.

Yes, my son is gay, but he is also an amazing, bright, loved, admired, respected, dedicated, hardworking, handsome young man. Does this father not see that my son is human just like his and deserves respect? I would like people to just stop and think before they say or do something hurtful to another.

Everyone in this world is someone’s son or daughter, sister or brother, mom or dad.

I wonder how this father would feel if his son was yelled at with hate. I bet he would be as heartbroken as I was.

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— California Dear California: We understand immature high schoolers who lack the judgment to behave properly, but an adult, especially one who is escorting a group of teens around, should have the sense to set a better example. We feel sorry for the man’s children, who are being raised by an intolerant moron.

Dear Annie: I suffered from mild depression for most of my life.

When I turned 52, I found a wonderful therapist who was quickly able to get to the root of my difficulties. Nine years later, I still have occasional sessions with him.

A few years after I began therapy, I felt I still needed help coping, and my doctor prescribed antidepressants.

Life is really sweet now.

I could retire, but I’m full of enthusiasm for my work, and my whole family is doing well.

Please continue to tell your readers that it is never too late for help and change. I had many therapists before I found the right one. And please don’t rule out medication without consulting a doctor. — Enjoying Life 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.

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Stay on the right side of alcohol use during holidays

By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press Writer

can happen very fast — in about twenty minutes,” she says.

We’ve all been there: A friend, neighbor or colleague has one drink too many at a party and slides from tipsy into sloppy before your eyes. Or maybe you were the one who kept the gossips in business the next morning.

Staying on the right side of the bubbly, beer or cocktails during the stressful holiday season isn’t as easy as munching a few hors d’oeuvres at the top of an evening, but it’s doable with a little finesse — by the drinker and the host alike.

Understanding how the body processes alcohol is a good place to start.

Ignoring wives’ tales — like coating your stomach with milk before drinking or thinking you can sober up with coffee — is another. Some advice: DO THE MATH Alcohol absorption and metabolism vary from person to person.

Variables such as food in the stomach, body composition, body size, gender and medications are all important in how a person responds to alcohol.

Consider this example: A 1-ounce shot of 80-proof distilled spirits (bourbon, rum, gin, vodka, whiskey and many liqueurs) will produce in the average 150-pound man a blood alcohol concentration of about .02 percent. In a smaller drinker, say 120 pounds, the same amount would likely produce an alcohol concentration at or near .03 percent. For comparison’s sake, the limit for drivers to be considered legally drunk in all 50 states is .08.

The liver can metabolize only a certain amount of alcohol per hour, allowing it to accumulate in the bloodstream when consumed quickly, so hav-

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To avoid drinking problems during the holidays, try putting a drink down on a table or bar between sips to slow down consumption.

If you’re a fast drinker, try beer over wine or spirits.

flow.

Tim Laird, chief entertaining officer for BrownForman Corp., which EAT UP produces Jack Daniel’s Recent studies have cast and Woodford Reserve, doubt on certain foods among several other wines having more impact than and spirits, recommends others on slowing alcohol self-serve food stations absorption, says Carlton scattered around a party K. Erickson, director of room stocked with mini the Addiction Science sandwiches of beef or pork Research Education tenderloin, along with Center and a professor Bruschetta, cheese and of pharmacology at the cracker platters, fresh cut University of Texas at vegetables and dips, mini Austin. baked potatoes topped “As long as you’re eating with caviar and easy-toand drinking at the same grab desserts such as bars time, that’s the important and brownies. thing,” he says.

But food is no magic Without food in the bullet: A drinker with a stomach to slow absorpfull stomach might contion, alcohol travels sume too much alcohol in quickly through the small a short period believing it isn’t having an effect, intestine and into the only to learn otherwise bloodstream. With food, the process is slowed: “It’s once the food passes not the food absorbing the through the intestine and the alcohol remains in the alcohol. It’s the slowness of the stomach emptying.” bloodstream. Food delays absorption of alcohol, but Party hosts looking to it doesn’t neutralize it, avoid drunken guests should circulate more Galeaz and Erickson warn. than just a few nibbles throughout the evening THEN EASE UP rather than relegating the Laird, who has been in nosh to remote tables or the hospitality industry running out of food early for more than 20 years, as alcohol continues to also suggests a signature

drink with a similar, alcohol-free sister served in the same glasses with identical garnishes so guests can feel a part of things without pressure.

“As Champagne is a popular drink for the holidays, I set out a sparkling station that has numerous fruit juices where guests can mix their own sparklers,” he said. “I have club and lemon lime soda also available. Alcoholfree mixers help dilute the drinks as well.”

Cutting back on alcohol service toward the end of an event while continuing to offer alcohol-free beverages is another trick of his trade.

KNOW YOUR LIMITS Research indicates that a single alcoholic drink might affect the average woman more than the average man. That’s partly because women tend to have less of the alcohol metabolizing enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) in the stomach, causing a larger amount of ingested alcohol to reach the upper intestine and thus the blood, Erickson says.

ing only one drink per hour could help you keep pace. In these supersizeme times, a drinker must also be aware of how much alcohol is in each glass since a well-meaning host or bartender may be pouring extra-large drinks without actually measuring.

A regular-size drink usually refers to one, 12-ounce beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.

The body would need two to three hours to break down those amounts, says Kim Galeaz, a registered dietitian and consultant to the food and beverage industry.

“When there isn’t any food in the stomach to slow down absorption, the absorption process

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Home offices became popular in the decade

By KIM COOK For The AP

Tracey adds, “The spa bathroom is the new twocar garage — a must-have if you ever want to sell Goodbye to the armoire your home.� and the dining room (in —Living al fresco many cases, the living “The outdoor room’s room, too). Hello to the really been one of the bighome office. gest changes. Everyone Repurposed rooms, has an outdoor space recycled materials and now, even if it’s tiny,� says an increasingly relaxed Elle Decor’s Cheminne decorating style characterTaylor-Smith. “With seatize the end of a decade ing, dining, even kitchens that began as a party on a and sleeping pieces, these grand scale. rooms are treated like their These are among the indoor counterparts.� home decor trends cited Firepits, weather-resisAP Photo/IKEA by experts as the 2000s tant fabrics and furniture, This photo provided by IKEA shows a home draws to a close. office design idea. People are turning linen clos- and commercial quality Over the past 10 years, ets into offices and taking what we already own heaters extend the outdoor the formal living room in season. most homes has been rein- and using it in clever, practical ways. —Living green vented — it’s now a library, After a long fallow workspace, perhaps a kitchen and bath designer and security systems.� period, gardening took off music or game room.

Jamie Goldberg. “They tie We’re also getting comin the past few years. From Many are now willing to into several current trends: fortable with terms like buy a new home without a low-VOC paint, sustaincreating comfortable envi- containers to victory garliving room at all, accordable flooring, home energy ronments for aging, bring- dens, we’ve got our hands back in the dirt. We’re ing to a survey this spring management and wireless ing back the luxuries of concerned about the provby the American Institute travel and spending more telecommunication. enance of produce, and of Architects. What we time in our homes.�

Some trends over the about our carbon footprint want is some combination past 10 years: Homegoods’ Philip — how many thousands of kitchen and great room —Living large where the family can interAt the start of the act. Homes are more laid- 2000s, many jumped on back and user-friendly. the real estate thrill ride.

The most well-liked McMansions, gobblers of rooms now are the home space and energy dollars, office, mud room and became ubiquitous. Now, media room, the survey we’re rethinking how we indicated. What we don’t live, says Jennifer Boles, want so much anymore? founder of The Peak of Three-car garages, guest Chic design blog and conrooms and formal living tributing editor to House rooms.

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While the economic “Some homes had five downturn has caused or six rooms dedicated to people to scale back their living and relaxing, despite dream-home wish lists, the fact that most of us “households are using really only spend time in their homes as intensely two or three,� she says. as ever,� AIA Chief Oversize furniture like Economist Kermit Baker sectionals and big coffee noted in the group’s news- tables, popular at the start letter this fall. of the decade, are being Technology has conscaled down. tinued to transform However, one oversize the home. At a recent space remains popular. housing industry confer“Spa baths have staying ence, Steven Bomberger power,� says Tampa-based of Delaware-based Benchmark Homes said, BooksMart “Ten years ago, baby HALF PRICE BOOKS boomers didn’t know how 911 Dolly Parton Parkway to program their VCR. Across from McDonalds Now they want computers, BUY 2 GET 1 IN DECEMBER! (865) 365-1501 structured wiring, proCome Trade Your Books! grammable thermostats

of miles did that tomato travel? Renewed interest in environmental stewardship starts literally in the backyard. We’re digging up the lawn and planting native greenery that requires little maintenance or water. We’re putting down less pesticide. More of us are composting.

Indoors, notes Boles, “being green moved from the fringe into mainstream design.� We started demanding paint and other home products that were enviro-friendly.

Sustainably harvested wood became a selling feature. Many designers embraced the trend, giving us beautiful art and furniture made of recycled materials. Now your kitchen counter may have once been a truckload of soda bottles, your sheets may be bamboo, and solar panels can power everything from hot water heaters to patio lighting. —Living creatively

We’re spending about $260 billion a year on home improvement projects, according to the Housing Industry Research Council. That’s up about $90 billion from 2000. Empowered by informative blogs, magazines and TV shows, the DIY boom continues.

We’re turning linen closets into offices, embellishing IKEA stock furniture, and repurposing what we already own in clever, practical ways. Designing on a dime, or close to it, has become a hobby.

With more creative freedom now to express our personalities at home, the world became our inspirational marketplace. Global crafts found a wider audience. Mainstream stores like Target and Pottery Barn brought decorative pieces from every corner of the planet to our doorstep, and design became more eclectic than ever before.

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