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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Memorial Park

The Susan G. Komen Tri-Cities Race for the Cure at Memorial Park in Kingsport was held on October 21. Thousands came out to participate in the day’s festivities at the seventh annual Tri-Cities Race for the Cure. The day included five different walk/run events; an untimed 5k, a timed 5k, survivor 5k, 100 yards Dash for the Cure, and a timed 1-mile Dash for the Cure. The overall winner in the 5k was Peter Dalton of Bristol while the overall female winner was Carrie Campbell of Johnson City. Gretchen Dietrich of Kingsport took first place in the survivor 5k. Gavin Grossman of Emory, Virginia finished with the win in the 1-mile Dash for the Cure. The top two individual fundraisers were Reba Barber, Pink Ninjas: Breast Cancer Assassins, $3,624.00 and Sarah Dowell, The Rack Pack, $2,330.00. The top divisional fundraiser teams were; Blountville Christian Church, raising $983.00, Kappa Epsilon, ETSU College of Pharmacy with $1,541.00, Running Raiders, Norton Elementary School raising $ 2,525.00, Pink Pill Counters, Claypool Hill Pharmacy with $4,750.00, Pink Ninjas: Breast Cancer Assassins raising $9,277.00, and Wellmont Cancer Institute with $4,418.19. All money raised from the Komen Tri-Cities Race for the Cure goes to fund research, education, screening, and treatment programs. The Tri-Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure was established in 2005. Work to create a Komen Affiliate to address the breast health gaps in the area began in 2002 when two leading hospital systems, Wellmont Regional Cancer Network and Mountain States Health Alliance, along with a group of community volunteers, identified the need and began looking for a solution. The two hospital systems, along with Eastman Chemical Company, took the lead role as founders with both in-kind and financial support. For more information, visit www.komentricities.org.

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Memorial Park

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Be comfortable and fashionable this holiday season with shoes from Shoozies! Downtown Bristol 527 State Street • 276-644-3275 Monday - Friday 10am - 5:30pm Saturday 10am - 5pm

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Kingsport 1880 N. Eastman Road (behind Starbucks) 423-247-3995 Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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Good Samaritan Ministries In little ways we encounter good Samaritans everyday, someone opens a door for us when our arms are full or we receive a compliment from a total stranger when we are feeling down and it makes our day. But recently, The Johnson City Country Club hosted 200 local good Samaritans to help raise money for those less fortunate with an event called Operation Kindness. The 7th annual fundraiser has grown larger every year and is an uplifting way to prepare for the holidays by thinking of others. The auction and dinner affair is well worth the $35.00 ticket to attend and some of the items up for bid were priceless. Items for auction included autographed baseballs and basketballs from our local heroes. Good Samaritan Ministries is a not-for-profit organization of people helping people and believes that our community can contribute resources of time, money and goods to help those in need. Recognizing the dignity and importance of each person, the Good Samaritan staff works with each individual to develop productive long-term solutions. For more information about Good Samaritan Ministries or to find out how you can attend next years event, you can call (423) 928.2441 or access their web page at www.goodsamjc.org Photography by: Lynda Fontaine | Story by: Lynda Fontaine

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Bristol Train Station

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“And Bingo was his name-o!” Yes, this is the ending to the popular song we sang as children regarding an old man and his beloved dog, Bingo. I loved that little ditty and I also loved the event I went to recently called Black Tie Bingo. Though, in this case, the word “Bingo” was referring to the fun game, it was also referring to pets. The fourth annual Black Tie Bingo event was held at the Bristol Train Station in honor of raising money for the Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic. The clinic opened in January of 2005 and has performed over 66,000 surgeries to help end the need to euthanize healthy,

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adoptable dogs and cats that enter the region’s shelters. The clinic strives to serve pets whose owners may not be able to afford this service otherwise. The formal affair featured a plethora of food, beverages, and auction items. Michael Hawkins provided music, and everyone played Bingo! The host and hostess for the evening were Mr. and Mrs. Loyce Ardemagni, Dr. and Mrs. Alan Bacon, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bunn, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kaiser, Dr. and Mrs. Casey McReynolds, Mr. and Mrs. Tom McGlothlin, Dr. and Mrs. Greg Marcum, Mr. and Mrs. John Matney, Mr. and Mrs.

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Mike Quillen, Mr. and Mrs. John Tickle, and Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Waggoner, Dr. Stephanie Snelson and Mr. Thomas Guinn. For more information regarding The Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic, you may call (276) 591-5790 or you can access their Facebook page under Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic.

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Nonprofit Profile Red Legacy Recovery’s mission is to empower women in East Tennessee with the skills they need to begin a new life in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. We strive to equip each woman with the tools to be self-sufficient, employed and self-confident. Our programs include core “lifeskills” training for women in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Red Legacy workshops include household budgeting, self-confidence and self-esteem classes, job interview skills, dressing for success, vision-casting/goal-setting seminars, and stress management. Red Legacy introduces a new elite women’s networking group with a community service twist! “Legacy Women—Appalachia” is UNIQUE and the joining fees support non-profit and sponsor an aspiring professional from Red Legacy workshops which are taught in the Carter County jail and Oxford House Appalachia. LWA meets once a month in a traditional networking group atmosphere with additions of keynote speakers and more! Red Legacy Recovery was founded on May 21, 2012. A group of dedicated women in business hosted Rock N Red for Recovery, A Red Carpet Gala 1st annual spring fundraising event at the Carnegie hotel, to establish a much-needed Oxford Recovery House for women in Johnson City which opened September 1, 2012.

“We were instantly fast friends, in thought and sympathy we were one, and in the division of labor we exactly complemented each other.” ~ Elizabeth Cady Stanton Layla Wright is a native of Northeast

Kay Cosmetics, Angelee has been the

Tennessee and 2003 graduate of East

leader and mentor for more than 1,000

Tennessee State University’s Early

Independent Beauty Consultants in her

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personal Unit across the nation. Her

Layla is the Executive Director for

role as an Independent Sales Director

Appalachia Recovery Houses, and has

is to train, lead, encourage and educate

been instrumental in the establishment of

Independent Beauty Consultants on how

the first transitional house for recovering

to “sell themselves first”, and then “sell

women in Johnson City, TN.

the product”. Angelee has done public speaking and training in small settings,

Her personal story as a recovering alcoholic

and also in groups that numbered into the

with 7 years sobriety has led the way for

thousands.

her to be a voice and advocate for other women who are reclaiming their lives. A

whole again. The quilt tapestries that we

Angelee Murray is a native of

Angelee’s personal story as a recovering

newly published author; her book of poetry

are creating are interwoven in each other’s

Northeast Tennessee and attended The

addict with 4 years sobriety has been the

is called “A Memoir of Layla, Shining Light

hearts and minds; these personal stories of

University of Tennessee and ETSU on full

driving force in her desire to help others.

into Darkness.”

survival give hope, they are our legacies.”

music performance scholarships.

After a traumatic car accident and years of

“Red Legacy is about women walking the

Her lifetime achievement includes serving

Angelee began her career in 1992 with Mary

red road of spiritual healing to sobriety.

as a delegate to Your Future Your Solutions:

Kay Cosmetics and has been a Multiple

It is by inspiring Appalachia and holding

100 Youth Strategies for Winning the Future.

Pink Cadillac Achiever, earning 10 Career

her hand that we can preserve her. Red

At the White House she met with President

Cars with the company. She has been a Top

is blood, pain, stains and it is also power,

Obama, his Senior Staff, DC-based youth

Independent Sales Director with Mary Kay

celebration, redemption and love. The

advocates and nine other young American

earning trips around the world, has been

sacredness that comes from our mountains

leaders from across the United States.

nationally ranked in the Top 20 in Sales &

is found in our traditions and crafts. Red

She is a dedicated public servant to her

Team Building, and she was voted a National

Legacy is a tapestry of pieces and parts

community and her country.

Monthly “Miss Go-Give” by her peers.

of women’s lives that need to become

migraine headaches, Angelee struggled with an addiction to prescription pain medication. Her goal is to raise awareness of the growing addiction to prescribed narcotics. Angelee’s mission is “to empower women with new skills, new selfconfidence and new belief in themselves. When a woman is confident on the inside and on the outside, there is nothing that she can’t accomplish and a life in recovery can

During her 20-year career with Mary

be permanent.”

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VIPSEEN had a fantastic time attending several of the many Halloween parties across the Tri-Cities. Some parties are thrown to benefit charities and some are just for fun for the community. After all, how many opportunities do people get to pretend to be someone or something else and get away with it? One and it’s called Halloween! Story by: Rita Dykes

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Speedway In Lights Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol, TN 11/16 - 1/5 6pm - 10pm Johnson Controls Ice Rink Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol, TN 11/15-01/13 4pm-10pm

The Paramount presents Jim BrickmanA Winter's Night 518 State Street Bristol, TN 7:30pm Believe in Bristol IdeaSpace Ribbon Cutting 36 Moore Street Bristol, VA 10am

10 Singles Dinner & Concert First Broad Street United Methodist Church 100 East Church Circle Kingsport, TN 6:30pm-8:30pm Children's Storytime Bristol Public Library 701 Goode Street Bristol, VA

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City Mac Workshop iPhone Basics 629 State Street Bristol, VA 3:30pm-4:30pm

A Christmas Story Barter Theatre Abingdon, VA. 11/23-12/30 Tickets start at $33

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Electric 94.9's Acoustic Christmas Freedom Hall Civic Center Johnson City, TN Doors 6pm | Show 7pm

13 Kid's Art Hour One of a Kind Gallery 604 State Street Bristol, TN 4:30pm-5:30pm

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Peter Pan The Avenger Theatre Bristol 512 State Street Bristol, TN 8pm

14 Holiday Parents' Night Out V.O. Dobbins 301 Louis Street Kingsport, TN 5pm-9pm

21 Sesame Street Live Elmo Makes Music Freedom Hall Civic Center Johnson City, TN 4pm & 7:30pm 50s,60s & 70s Music Dance Jonesborough Visitors Center Jonesborough, TN 7pm-10pm

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Breakfast with Santa K.P. Duty 520 State Street Bristol, TN 9:30am-11:30am

Appalachian Express presents A Merry Little Christmas 518 State Street Bristol, TN 7pm

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December 2012 Night Mountain Bike Ride Meet at Farmstead parking area before 6pm Pre-register at sorba-tricities.org (Safety gear required) Kingsport, TN For more info: www.baysmountain.com

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Journey's End Downtown Bristol 6:30pm-8:00pm

M Vintage Holiday Open House 133 East Main Street Jonesborough, TN 4pm-7pm

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The Masters of Bluegrass The Paramount Center for the Arts 518 State Street Bristol, TN 7pm

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The Metropolitan Opera: Maria Stuarda Live Tinseltown 3004 Linden Drive Bristol, VA 12:55pm

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Green with Envy

Green with Envy Open House VIPSEEN Magazine had the pleasure of attending the Open House for the newest downtown treasure called Green with Envy. Landy Mathes and Martha McGlothlin-Gayle decided to open up their own retail store featuring one of kind estate treasures, found and then revived and given new life by their artful hands. Upcycled furniture, accessories, and one-ofa-kind jewelry can also be found in the shop. They also specialize in home staging, organizing and budget-friendly room make-overs. The shop is located at 20 6th Street in downtown Bristol in the front part of the already established Root of Envy Hair Studio. The new store really added tons of charm to this adorable location downtown. Photography by: April Taylor | Story by: April Taylor

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Due to many factors, the phrase “Made in America” carries a proud connotation today and Wm. King Clothiers is pleased to sell products manufactured in this country. W. Kleinberg and Hickey Freeman labels were showcased in the “Made in America” Trunk Show November 8. Lauren Sheats of W. Kleinberg, a custom leather goods specialist, attended the trunk show. This brand produces custom leather goods from just about anything. A photo below features a hide from a 60 year old alligator. Most large gators that old usually have marked skin. Since the rare find was in such great shape, W. Kleinberg, decided to preserve the hide in its entirety. The large piece was there that night and what a beauty it is. James Blaikie of Hickey Freeman Labels was hard at work measuring patrons for custom suits. As usual, each in attendance had a splendid time enjoying conversation and fellowship. Make an appearance at the next event. To learn more about Wm. King Clothiers, visit the website wmkingclothiers.com. Photography by: Chelsie Gregory

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | Princeton Gardens

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On Thursday, October 4th, Property Experts and TruPoint Bank hosted an After Hours Event at Princeton Gardens in Johnson City. Many gathered with their colleagues to rejoice in great food and fellowship. Items were donated to the event so that everyone could participate in a silent auction. Those in attendance were also able

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to tour new homes and enjoy beautiful interior design. The Property Experts specialize in residential and commercial remodeling and interior design projects. They also provide outstanding full-service residential and commercial real estate sales, as well as all aspects of property management. For more information on the The Property Experts, please visit www.propertyexpertstn.com. For more information about TruPoint Bank, please visit www.trupointbank.com.

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | The Paramount Center for the Arts

Bristol Junior League’s Follies Ballroom Blitz The beautiful Paramount Center for the Arts in downtown Bristol was home to Bristol Junior Leagues’ Follies, Ballroom Blitz. Jaime Donegan of Jamie Donegan Productions directed the outstanding musical variety show. Mr. Donegan also provided the sensational costumes. Local celebrities and personalities donated their time to participate in the two-night event on November 9 and 10. There are many talented people in the Tri-Cities including Brian Hullette and Angela Striligas, VIPSEEN’s publishers. The sold out crowd will never look at Brian the same. The stage in the theater came to life with singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, and excitement! The magnificent Barlow Gin and The Hatchetmen featuring lead singer, Kat Rush performed throughout the show. Ballroom Blitz was complied of skits featuring dancing, singing, and church ladies. The church ladies were simply hilarious and brought the crowd to their knees with laughter. It was truly an evening of fun, laughter, and entertainment. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Junior League of Bristol’s current programs, activities, operations, and its legacy of service and commitment to the community through action and leadership. The Junior League of Bristol is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The League was founded in 1948 as a group of 25 women discussed what they could do to make the community a better place. Through their interests in social, economic, educational, cultural, and civil conditions, they agreed that they could make a difference through volunteerism. This is exactly what the League continues to do today through its vision: women around the world as catalysts for lasting community change. For more information, visit www.jlbristol.org. Photography by: Mickey Baker |

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This month’s VIPSEEN Profile will feature a local legend to the Tri-Cities, Mr. Johnny Wood, beloved anchor at WCYB News 5 in Bristol, Virginia. Johnny has been behind the desk for over 30 years at News 5, the NBC-affiliated station that serves the TriCities area of Northeastern Tennessee and Southwestern Virginia, but began working at the station in March of 1968, getting his start in radio. For so many of us, Johnny Wood has always been that familiar face to depend upon for the news, weather, and oh, yes… the fishing reports. Many devoted viewers have come to see Johnny as a fixture in their home, timing getting their kids on the bus or heading to work by Mr. Wood’s morning broadcasts, and fans in the Tri-Cities always speak highly of Johnny’s dedication, his real concern for others, and his kind, genuine personality. As morning news anchor, Mr. Wood has had some of the highest ratings in television history, not just for a morning show, but for any locally produced program. In March 2012, Wood received a lifetime achievement award, The Silver Circle Award, from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) at the Mid-South Regional Emmy Awards. This honor recognizes broadcasters who have made significant contributions to television and in their communities over 25 years or more.

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with Johnny Wood Thank you for speaking VIPSEEN today; it is a privilege to get the chance to find out about your life and outstanding career at News 5.

I said, “Sure.” And that was it. But Dr. Tom Carson and calculus is the reason I ended up in this field. And I’ve never regretted a moment of it.

Would you share with our readers how you got started in broadcasting?

Tell us about your first job.

I got started in broadcasting by way of calculus. I had aspirations of being an engineer, so I was in a pre-engineering curriculum. Then I encountered calculus, and after a few tries, my professor suggested I find another field. I was always interested in electronics and a fraternity brother of mine was the manager of the campus radio station at East Tennessee College as it was called back then, and they were trying to get up and running on the air. I was 19 years old, I didn’t wear glasses, I had most of my hair, and we did an all-nighter, with me and a soldering gun trying to wire something back together on the radio station board. And he said to me, “You know your voice isn’t too bad… you want to read some news?” And

From college, I started out at WOPI, the oldest radio station in the area. I got a chance to do everything, including play-by-play sports, and we did remotes (broadcasting done from a location rather than in the studio). I got a chance to be with people and overcome some of the fear of the microphone. The great thing about play-by-play sports is I learned how to describe things; it’s what you learned to do. Great training. From there, I went to the old WCYB radio. It was a radio disc jockey position in the afternoons, and in the mornings, I would go and talk to city officials, and develop these minute-and-a-half to two-minute stories and those were used for the radio. I did some public affairs stuff, some interviews of civic clubs and leaders, helped them build up their public service profile. I got to meet a lot of folks. That’s the whole key, I think, to whatever success I may have had, whatever people skills I developed. I swore I’d never leave and get into TV. (laughs) But the fellow that did sports left, so they said, “Hey, would you come over and do sports and kids’ shows and read newscasts? That’s what I did, that was in 1968. I had the pleasure of working for every single owner of this company, from the originals up to the present, either six or seven of them for the last 44 years.

What was some of the best advice you received about working on TV?

Bob Porterfield was a great friend of Walter Crockett, who ran our newsroom, and Mr. Porterfield had come by the station one time to talk with Mr. Crockett and I had just started in TV. I’m sure he was there to talk to Merrill Moore, Art Countiss, Evelyn Booher, the ones who were on the air and I just listened. Mr. Porterfield said, “You know, just be yourself. It’s the easiest person you can be.” There’s already a Walter Cronkite. I decided I’d be Johnny Wood and that’s what I’ve done for the rest of my career. Best advice I’ve ever had. Just be yourself.

There’s already a Walter Cronkite. I decided I’d be Johnny Wood and that’s what I’ve done for the rest of my career. Best advice I’ve ever had. Just be yourself.

Can you take us back to that first day when you slid behind the desk and faced the camera? You know, that was scary! And I don’t care how many times you tell somebody, when you have them as a guest on TV, “Don’t

look at the monitor, look at me.” Invariably, the monitor is always there, you’re going to check yourself out, and of course, I did (laughs). And golly! It wasn’t too chaotic. I only had to do about three minutes of sports, and I did know sports. It was the beginning of football, and the first story I covered was called the Jamboree, which was the local high schools’ match prior to their first game of the football season. They sent me out with a camera, told me to shoot everything at infinity and set the aperture at f2 and the late chief photographer, Randy Brown, gave me these instructions: “Don’t create the action, don’t mess with anything else, just go out there and point.” After about three years of sports, I think I started doing weather, too, and that was an ad lib thing back then, it wasn’t as technical as it was now. We used to draw the signals on the map. I got my info from the Associated Press Weather Wire and the National Weather Service; I used to call Bill Usher every day to get the weather.

up. I remember one year, it snowed like the dickens, and this one kid showed up from Greeneville for his birthday, and before the show, this little kid talked like you wouldn’t believe. I said, “Good, I got it made.” So I put him on the air and he started screaming and crying. So I had to do a half hour of snowman and sled safety and show a cartoon and do a commercial for Tiger Bread or Farm Best. It was all live, none of it was taped. It was a major production to record anything. We worked without a net in our little studio… sets have fallen down, lights have caught fire. One guy had a bunch of dogs who wandered out during the broadcast, goats... you just never knew what was going to happen that day until the day was over.

Tell us about the Looney Tunes Club which so many folks remember.

What can you share about your childhood?

Well, I had a kids’ show (after Don Sluder and Ed Spiegel left) onstage live at the Paramount Theatre. The price of admission was ten Coca-Cola bottle caps. You’d have anywhere from zero to eighty kids in the studio, you never knew until they showed

I also did two locally-produced quiz shows; Kiddie Kollege (students from different local schools would compete against each other), and the Classroom Quiz (for the older high school students).

I grew up in Johnson City. My father was an old test pilot from WWI. He did not know a stranger, I think I some of that from him. He worked in the engineering department out at the VA center, and my mom taught school. She passed away when I was pretty young, when I was 9, so it was my

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dad and I. One of the games I used to play when I was a kid was radio, but not as well as Merrill and Joe Goodpasture did. They were about twelve or thirteen years old, and they actually put a radio station on the air, and the FCC came and closed them down! But I was always interested in it, listening to the radio and imagining myself as the voice inside the box. I went to East Tennessee State and Johnson City School system, Science Hill.

that beat the whole time I did the news.

To what do you think you owe your devoted fan following… over 12,000 fans on Facebook alone!

I think most of this started when I started doing mornings in 1979. I’d gotten off the eleven o’clock news and was helping to produce the six o’clock news. We were converting over from film to videotape. A fellow by the name of Jim Burn had the morning show before me, he and Teresa this guy was trying to get out of town, but Keller, who is now Dr. Teresa Keller, who there were two little old ladies tying up started the Communications program at the phone, talking about their ailments… Emory and Henry, she was working here at that’s what Merrill and I do once a week. I What was it like working with that time. The morning show was an interworked with Merrill from when I started in some of the early TV Tri-Cities ‘68 to when he retired in 2000. Look up the view show then, and Bob Smith had asked greats like your mentor, Merrill word “integrity” in the dictionary, and you’ll if I could fill in until he could get someone, Moore, Art Countiss, and and I said fine, but I don’t want to do an find Merrill’s picture there. The way he did Evelyn Booher? interview show, just let stories, anything you were We had a small crew and we all did a lot me do a straight news developing, it was always of different things. Six of us; Art, my suYou never, ever, ever let show from 6:30-7:00 multiple-sourced. He was a pervisor and TV mentor; Merrill; Evelyn; pro. Art Countiss, who really your emotions get the am. And I’ve stayed in Jim Edwards, the early morning man and hired me, he passed away better of you. Baloney. that slot. I comprised the News Department and not long ago, he and Merrill, Your emotions are worked for Walter Crockett. Art gave me and Evelyn Booher, were what make you a person. So just as I started my start and taught me television. Evelyn that, we had this horthe voices of this station for instructed me a lot about reporting, and rible winter. I read a many years. Merrill showed me how to do all the stuff lot of road conditions, and school closings, on the air. made an effort to get them on the air, and I How did your job change when think I got radio’s audience, because I was you Merrill and I still call each other. There was doing “radio with pictures,” people tell me. became an anchor? an episode in Andy Griffith Show, where So they would always hope that I would In the late ‘70s, I ended up doing read their name of their school. I was a the 11 o’clock news, and I still did popular guy whenever I could say there’s the weather at six. I reported everything, from the disaster of the day or no school today! I stayed in that slot the city council, or what we call general whole time- developed some pretty large numbers, I think initially, because of the terassignments. But I had a beat that rible winter we had then. I covered, which was Bristol, Tennessee and Virginia, and Sullivan Can you share any morning County, Tennessee. I’d check in at broadcasts you remember that courthouses and jails, go through stand out to you? the court dockets, I circulated courthouses, and city commissions. Well, there were some mornings when the boss walked in and I said, if you’d been I learned you didn’t get valuable information from here earlier I would’ve quit. I was producthe city officials, you went ing by myself at the time, and answering Tarah Taylor, News Anchor, WCYB: to the people that worked the phone, too, so you know, it was a zoo. “Johnny always tells me this is the most I think we were still doing some film then, for them, and then you fun he’s ever had. Every day is an advenso everything had to be cut and glued went to the officials, and ture at his side. Whether we laugh until together, and I was doing that as well. Then said, “What the heck’s goour sides hurt, debate the issues we are ing on?” I had to go cover Bob got me a producer in the ‘80s, and I sharing to our viewers or learn life lesvarious government meet- thought I’d died and gone to heaven. But sons from each other, we do have fun. I that particular hour of the day, I’m not going ings at night, and try to will miss having his presence and guidkeep up with the comings to say it was ad-libbed. I didn’t have time to ance with me every morning but am so write stuff, but I’d write down notes, I’d do and goings of who was excited that his alarm clock will never go hired and fired. I covered 34

off in the middle of the night again!”

Tom Cupp, Engineer, WCYB: “Whenever I’ve been out in the public and someone finds out that I work at WCYB, the first question they always ask me is if I know Johnny Wood. I’ll say yes and then they give me these little comments about how they liked his tie color that morning or maybe the suit he was wearing. Everyone I have met loves Johnny!” the beat calls. So I’d keep really good notes and work from those. We had trouble getting young people to get up early and come to work. Can you imagine that? (laughs) One time, the fellow who is now the production director, Tony Venable, his camera guy didn’t show up. So Tony ran downstairs and set up the shot. He locked the camera down on me at the desk, and said, “Don’t move.” Well, the camera started tilting down, and he was still upstairs until we could get to the commercial, and I kept scooting down, and by the time we got to the commercial, my head was sticking just up above the desk! Now we have these robotic cameras. When we first got those… I mean, you punch one button and zoom! They ran wild all over the studio; they hit the wall. I can show you the dents! Technology marches on.

Tennessee, in a little row boat. So the first time I stood up was in a boat. That’s the way I was raised. I still trout fish a lot. I don’t use my boat now as much, but it’s easy to throw a fly rod in the back of the truck. I fish the South Holston River. It’s a world-class trout stream, so don’t tell too many people. I don’t keep them. I pat them on the head and let them go.

Can you tell us about the major awards you’ve recently received?

I call them old people awards, but I was really overwhelmed with this Mid-South Emmy I got last March on our wedding anniversary in Nashville. I got a standing ovation from a room of 700 people or so that I did not know, (other than our little group, and those were the only people who knew who I was). It was a lifetime achieveThat show of true candor and genuineness ment award. I also received one from the is something you’re known and loved for, Virginia Association of Broadcasters. I got a Mr. Wood. Tennessee school bell that I got back when I was covering schools.

Can you speak to what you bring to your on-the-air personality? What are you looking forward I think I bring me. And again, I was joking to in your retirement? when I said, “Johnny is the easiest job I can be.” But that’s just what I do. Integrity or believability, whatever you want to call that, that’s all you have in this business is your reputation and your integrity. The most valuable thing you can have is your credibility.

How did Johnny’s Fishing Report begin?

Back to that terrible winter. People that get up early and get things going for the day, usually they are working people. Working Have you ever been caught people are producers, consumers, and between letting your emotions it’s a very good advertising market. They show and reporting the story? can’t charge prime time rates for the prime When I was doing the noon show on an time number of audience which we had in interim basis for about two years, I had the mornings, and I wanted to keep that some very serious heart problems. I almost audience. And a lot of people around here died, had surgery, and I was defibrillated like to fish and hunt, and I like to fish. So I a number of times. God really smiled on thought I can spend the company’s dime, me. There was a lady who was a cancer call all these boat dock operators, put survivor who had written this book, and I together this little report, and the boss said, was interviewing her - it was a live interview. sure. Now it’s grown into another one of my And we just kind of touched hearts. Both personas. Whenever I run into anybody in of us having had these experiences. We a restaurant or something, it’s always, “Hey were both bawling by the time it was over. Johnny, how’s the fishing?” whether they You never, ever, ever let your emotions get fish or not. the better of you. Baloney. Your emotions are what make you a person. And oddly How long have you enough, that lady’s nephew is now working been fishing? for us. Let me put it this way. My dad tells me the first time I stood up by myself in a bassinet; he and my mom were in Greene County,

I jokingly say I’m going to go fishing a lot. I don’t know what all we’re going to do. But spending time with Mary. We’ve been married for forty-eight years, I think, I’m losing count. Maybe we’re going to hop in the camper, and go somewhere warm. I’ve been very fortunate to work in this business as long as I have and been able to stay working at home. I have my wife, Mary, and my son, Andy who is 46; he’s working for CSX railroad as a locomotive mechanic. He gets to play with big trains. I have three grandchildren, two are in college and one is a college graduate.

Any last words for the VIPSEEN readers?

“Thanks” is the big word. To all the folks that have watched me and kept up with me all these years, and lots of people I’ve worked with and worked for. I’ve had the support, particularly in this retirement, from the management, they’ve been really supportive and helpful, trying to encourage me to stay and understanding why I want to leave and they have been wonderful and they are wonderful. You folks are a large part of what makes this such a hard decision to make. I’m one of the luckiest guys in the world to work at the same place for 44 years, and that’s especially true for someone at this 35

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Holston Medical Group Business After Hours Event

The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce held its Business After Hours event at the Holston Medical Group Plaza Atrium on November 1. Phil Roe joined a large crowd of chamber members and guests that gathered at the HMG Plaza Atrium located at 105 West Stone Drive in Kingsport. The event included a portrait unveiling of the founder of HMG, Dr. Jerry L. Miller. The portrait, painted by Vicars Lynn McKinney, was painted in honor of Dr. Miller’s legacy of championing the advancement of compassionate, innovated health care in Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and beyond. A reception in Dr. Miller’s honor followed the portrait unveiling. Guests enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres catered by Divine Café and Catering as the magnificent live musical entertainment by McKenna Andrews set the perfect tone for the event. Holston Medical Group was founded in 1977 and has grown into a multi-service medical establishment. Services offered range from ambulatory surgery centers, primary care, and behavioral health to clinical research, rehabilitation, outpatient diagnostic, and many more. For more information on HMG, visit www.holstonmedicalgroup.com.

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Jimmy John’s

Jimmy John’s Grand Opening!

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Holston Army Ammunition Plant on Saturday, November 10th. This event included one of the toughest half marathons in the TriCities region, along with a 5k race and a 5k Nature Walk. The 349 participants represented a 20% increase from the 2011 Veterans Day Race.

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well as many BAE employees volunteered their time and effort to make this race a great success. The event raised approximately $10,000, which BAE will donate to TEAM RED, WHITE AND BLUE, a 501(c)(3) veteran support organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. For more information on the Veterans Day Classic please visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/veterans.dayclassic For more information on Team Red, White and Blue please visit www.teamrwb.org Photography by: Holly McBride | Story by: Holly McBride

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Agape Christian Mission

Photography by: Mickey Baker

Why Haiti? As mission director for Agape Christian Mission (established to meet the physical and spiritual needs of the people of Haiti), I am often asked this question – “Why Haiti?” To be able to completely understand my answer to this question, one needs to be briefed on the country’s volatile history and upbringing. Haiti has been occupied by several different countries in the span of the last 250 years. Unfortunately, these outside governing bodies forced the enslavement of the people, while at the same time, vastly depleting a majority of their natural resources. However, the Haitians eventually fought back and won their freedom from the French to become the first independent black nation. While their independence was a significant victory to the Haitian citizens, their country was left in ruins by France. The country has deteriorated even more under the Haitian government and the poverty has now become worse than you could ever imagine. Family survival remains a real challenge since there is not enough food or clean water and virtually no healthcare for most individuals. Good paying jobs are in short supply making it difficult for most adults to pay the required government school’s tuition for their children’s education. All of these underlying factors have caused some Haitians to inflict violence and corruption on innocent people just to obtain the very essentials of life. Now that you have a brief history lesson of the Haitians, we can talk about the “Why?” Most of you have contributed to many missions and

ministries in your lifespan, but did you ever become ”actively involved” with that gift? I was given this opportunity by serving as a board member for Agape Christian Mission in the early 1980s. During that time, our missionary and fellow healthcare provider, Delores Parker, left the states to serve as a nurse for the people of Haiti. Through her early reports detailing the bleak conditions in Haiti, I became easily convinced that this country needed all the assistance we could possibly provide. In the early 1990s Delores Parker became very ill from her work in Haiti and was brought back to the states where she died. Giving her life for the mission revealed to me an even better understanding of her love and compassion for the Haitian people, especially the children of Haiti. Two days before her death, she told me that “the children of the village were waiting for me.“ I told her that the children don’t even know who I am, which caused her to state again, “The children of the village are waiting for you.” I just nodded and patted her hand gently.

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After her death, I was appointed by the Agape board to personally go to Haiti and research the validity of continuing her mission efforts or see if funding needed to go elsewhere. This trip was a life-changing moment in many ways. My arrival into the chaotic city of Port-au-Prince, Haiti was an eye-opening experience with the sights and smells of the poverty all abound. To be pushed and shoved by the Haitian people as I tried to locate the American greeting me was a frightening experience. Finally after what seemed like an eternity, a Caucasian arm reached out and pulled me from the crowd to escort me to the mission house in Port of Prince. I spent the next day traveling with the governor of the village where Delores Parker had served.

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While it was only a 60 mile trip, it took almost 7 hours in the extreme heat navigating along the narrow, winding mountain dirt roads with pot holes bigger than the truck itself. When we eventually arrived, the governor of the village opened the door to help me out and stated, “The children have been waiting for you!� At that very moment, I knew that God had spoken through his dying servant and the governor that the children were really waiting for ME!!!

serves as a school during the week with a nutritious meal served at the end of each day. The mission offers a child sponsorship program

Agape Christian Mission is committed to help the Haitian people. We are working to establish compounds in villages with a church and community center. Within the church we will place a Haitian Christian Pastor to minister and preach to the people. Each church building

the appropriate medications and vitamins. All

which helps fund the teachers, supplies and food used by the school. We offer basic personal hygiene items along with over the counter medications for the congregations and children of the school. Medical Mission Teams are brought into the compounds annually to administer physicals along with dispensing of our services are free of charge and offered with love and compassion. Also, we are training congregation members to become laborers in areas such as barbers, seamstresses, teacher’s

aides, farmers and compound workers. Mission team members bring the clippers, sewing machines, construction supplies and teaching materials to Haiti and present them to the individuals. This has resulted in a more selfreliant Haitian community and HOPE for the people who have lived without hope for so long. After many years of suppression and poverty, the people of our congregations have joined our efforts to make Haiti a better place. In closing, God has blessed this mission immensely with many supporters who understand WHY we are there. I believe that only through the love of Jesus Christ will our team members continue to sacrificially give of themselves so that real progress can be made in Haiti. Agape Christian Mission invites you to become active in your support and service to our mission or the mission that God has pointed out to you. Only then will you truly understand, �WHY?� In Service to Christ - Linda Lahr, Mission Director

Agape Christian Mission

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | The Barn at Boones Falls

Johnson City Area Home Builders Association

Auction and Fall Bash

Linda DeLong, Neil Church and Lisa Tolliver

Ora, Gunnar and Jenny Underwood

Lisa Luster, Paul Walton and Bobby Hicks

The Johnson City Area HBA held “A Night Under the Stars” Auction and Fall Bash at The Barn at Boone Falls on Friday, November 16, 2012. Although the cold November temperatures drove everyone inside, the good food and music along with an array of silent auction items from Gourmet Tea Gift Baskets to construction grade Tri-pod Lights and Heaters kept everyone warm and moving around the beautifully decorated Barn. Auctioneer, Jim Woods, helped get everyone’s competitive spirit going with live auction items including a highly anticipated fishing trip with Tim Hicks from Hicks Construction. The auction served as a fundraiser for the association but most importantly as a fundraiser for its Student Scholarship Fund which rewarded its first scholarship in May of this year to a graduate from David Crockett High School. Qualifying students must be enrolled in construction-related studies at a technical school or college and is provided for advanced study at recognized institution in an applicant’s chosen field to increase his/her ability and earning potential, thereby elevating the standards for individuals in the home building industry. For more information about Johnson City Area Home Builders Association and the Student Scholarship Fund, contact Lisa Luster at 423.282.2561 or lisa@jcahba.org. Photography by: Shelley Parham

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Jim Woods and Barb Janiszewski

Tom and Sandy Farrow, Steve Bales and Angie Wilson

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Jackie and Michael Garland

Paula Staffer and Pam Rosenbaum

Tim Simounet, Kent Roller and Fred Garrett

Anthony and Cindy Estep

Angela and Eric Ward, Erin MacLain and John Ward

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Eb[d[fe aX fZW EWSea` Kathy Bullen, Michael Baker, Renea Jones-Rogers

Mel Bowman (Manager of One Stop) & Phil Scharfstein (Owner of One Stop)

Hank & Natalie Brown

Carole Pectol & Delores Gellene

John Brunner & Phyllis Jackson

Sabrina Fields & Melissa Kozakowski

Kim Lyons

Kim Colvin & Teresa Treadway

The Spirits of the Season event was held at The Venue at King’s Centre in downtown Johnson City on November 10. The event paired food with exquisite wines and spirits while raising funds for the American Cancer Society. One Stop Wines and Liquors underwrote the event, therefore; 100 percent of the proceeds went to benefit the American Cancer Society. During the past eight years, the Spirits of the Season event and One Stop Wines and Liquors raised more than $100,000 for the fight against cancer. This year’s event raised $25,000 for the American Cancer Society.

Kristen Pierce and Andrew Press

As hundred of guests arrived, they were treated to valet parking, champagne on the red carpet, and professional photography. Seventy-five different beverages were available for the spirits tasting. The Peerless Restaurant catered the event with carving stations, pasta stations, and other items that were perfectly paired with the wine and spirits available. Earth Fare of Johnson City provided a beautiful cheese and food display as well. Attendees were also treated to the incredible musical entertainment performed by Kim Lyons, singer and songwriter. The silent auction was a big hit with guests bidding on and winning holiday-themed gifts such as wine and spirit packages, jewelry from Bowman Jewelers, beauty treatments, photography sessions, ETSU tickets, and much more. The American Cancer Society combines an unwavering passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. The American Cancer Society save lives by helping people stay well by preventing cancer or finding it early; helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. The American Cancer Society is working to create a world with more birthdays - a world where cancer never steals another year from anyone’s life by helping people get well, stay well, finding cures and fighting back.

Randy & Linda Hutchens

Liz & Will Smith

For more information, visit www.cancer.org.

Jeff & Robin Williams, Charles & Anne Clark Photography by: Linda Coffey

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | Gems & Whims

Gems & Whims 10 Year Anniversary Open House Gems & Whims Gift Gallery, located at 1904 Knob Creek Rd in Johnson City, held their 10 year anniversary open house on the 19th & 20th of October. Ten percent of all purchases were donated to the Susan G. Komen foundation in honor of breast cancer awareness month. Refreshments were provided along with great discounts on locally made jewelry and beads! Owner, Candice Davis provided a drawing for fabulous gift baskets, which made the open house even more special! Gems & Whims is a locally owned and operated JEWELRY and BEAD shop, located at 1904 Knob Creek Rd, Suite #4. The store features uniquely designed, one-of-a-kind, gemstone jewelry and BEADS! If you are looking for BEADS, this is the place! You will find HUNDREDS of natural gemstone beads in all shapes and sizes, plus a large selection of sterling silver, vermeil, gold-fill and copper findings. You’ll also find splendid mineral specimens and geodes, agate slabs, stone candle holders, lamps. windchimes AND local art! Stop by today for great prices on beautiful jewelry, beads, and unique gifts. Photography by: Kelli Rogers | Story by: Kelli Rogers

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | MeadowView Convention Center

Gilbert Advanced Asset Management Holiday Marketplace

Whitney Allen-Carr, Pam Fogle, Sharett Blackman & Scottie Hoogkamp

Morgan Bruce and Pam Fogle

GAAM Ice Sculpture

Over 500 clients, family and friends attended Gilbert Advanced Asset Management’s Holiday Marketplace 2012 event on November 17th at MeadowView Convention Center in Kingsport, TN. Forty vendors showcased their talents, skills, small businesses and/or collections. All Donna and Michael Byrd

Ashley Langan and Cecilia Edwardst

vendors were clients of GAAM, Inc. or were related to clients which Doris Orrt

made this event a unique holiday shopping experience. Everything from jewelry to auto care, art, pottery, chocolate and gift items were available! A unique collection of antique fishing lures was on display and a 15 piece children’s orchestra played Christmas music as clients strolled from booth to booth. A new company logo was announced for the firm during the event. “We are celebrating 20 years in 2013 and wanted to unveil our new logo to our clients during our holiday celebration,” said Whitney Allen-Carr,

Kelly & Haley Wherry

Marshall & Claudia Murdockt

Tom & Gwen Patton

Director of Marketing and Public Relations. “The transition of the new logo will begin in January. This is an exciting time for the firm and we anticipate 2013 being a record year.” The evening was completed with entertainment by comedian and entertainer, Matt Fore, then dance music was provided by Bag A Cats. Be sure to look for the new GAAM, Inc. logo in future VIPSEEN issues. Photography by: Chelsie Gregory and Kelli Rogers

Magician Matt Fore

Bob & Jan Scibort

Brandon and Oliver Lamb

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Bill and Jim Freeman

Tim Harrison, Barbara & Ron Winter, and Barrett Harrison

Whitney Allen-Car, Pamela Benzer, and Sharett Blackmant

Loyce & Mary Ardemagni and Joy McConnell

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | Grindstaff Kia

A Birthday Soiree To Help Others Steven, Bentley, Ashley, Baron and Steve Grindstaff

Food by The Catering Company

Dr. Gregory and Christine

Decor by Celebrate Rentals

Joe Ward and Pamela Booth

Steve and Ashley Grindstaff with JR Campbell and teachers from LMS

Shamail McKenzie and Krisna Goodwin

Principal JR Campbell

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Connie Slaughter

“Avatars” Bill and Sharon Schaffer

Mickey Baker, Angela Striligas, Mike and Kim Adler

Lightning! Vegas Show Band

October 5, 2012 was a small milestone for Bentley and Baron Grindstaff; the twins of Steve and Ashley Grindstaff turned one. Instead of hosting a birthday party for just for twins, Ashley decided this was the perfect opportunity to help children who are not as fortunate. After all, “giving” is in the Grindstaff’s nature. In thinking of a theme, Ashley chose to coordinate a touch of the “Tiffany” theme from her baby shower with a mix of traditional “Halloween” black. A “Halloween Soiree” it would be. All guests would have to come in their Halloween best and instead of gifts to the twins, a donation to the Little Milligan School would greatly be greatly appreciated. Getting back to who this party would benefit, one would have to go all the way to Butler, Tennessee to the Little Milligan School.Tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains across from Watauga Lake, sits a school on a hill top. A school that many don’t even know is there. A few years ago, Ashley toured the Carter County Schools and fell in love with the children of Little Milligan School. “I went to every school in Carter County, Little Milligan School is probably the poorest school, but the only school who had so much love from the teachers and love for each other.” The school principal, Mr. JR Campbell is on a first name basis with everyone including the children. “The children absolutely love him, he is like a father figure, mentor, and friend to these kids. The children are smart, courteous and have been taught values. You don’t see this taught anymore in school.” The school is older, which means they don’t have state-of-the-art learning tools, either. But what this school has over anywhere else, is love. The Grindstaffs have taken this to heart. They feel every child should have the same opportunities as other schools and kids do. “Americans are always fighting for social causes all over the world, but what they need to fight for, is children in our country that we need to empower, educate and build up their self esteems, so they can be our future leaders.” The event was a huge success, not only by entertaining the guests with Lightning Vegas Show band, food by The Catering Company, cake by the Cake Gallery, Drinks by On The Rocks, Rentals by Celebrate and Photography by Goodwin Photography. Everyone had a wonderful and eventful night, even seeing the children of LMS on display as guests entered the party. Carter County Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Ward and Little Milligan School principal JR. Campbell, along with some of the teachers, were in for a surprise. Little information was told to the school as to what the event was for, so a presentation to the guests that all money raised that evening would be used to buy new computers and learning tools for each classroom at the school. The teachers and Mr.Campbell could not believe what they were hearing at that moment. A successful evening it was. Over $7,500 was raised by close and generous friends of the Grindstaffs. “What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.”- Albert Pike Photography by: Jim Goodwin | Story Submitted

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Holiday, plus seasonal entertaining, here is

Cranberry Orange Scones, Cranberry

an easy set to serve transitional setting for

Orange Jam and Ginger Orange Juice

your tabletop. Start with the basics, a red

to round out your Christmas morning

tablecloth, every day white dinner plates

continental breakfast.

and a set of your favorite Christmas china. If you don’t own Christmas china, select

Speaking of breakfast, our first and

a few color coordinated salad plates to

second transitional setting is breakfast

add to your white every day dinner ware.

and dinner. The table is set with the Holly

Add to the mix your glassware, flatware, a

Leaves and Berries China pattern by

simple but elegant centerpiece and maybe

Lenox. The overall color theme is red,

a small gift-wrapped package at each

green and white. If you don’t have a

setting. And you are done… at least with

full set of Christmas dinnerware, using

this table.

the white dinner plate as a charger will extend your collection, just add a holly

Food for thought: Did you know that

and berry salad plate at every other place

breakfast is the only table setting that

setting. Because the plates are trimmed

a cup with saucer or mug is set. So on

in gold, we used gold flatware, and gold rimmed glassware. Green and gold

include various sized glass canisters with

napkins fanned and folded are placed

candles. Using Epsom salts as “snow”

at each setting. For a festive touch, we

as one centerpiece idea, and adding a

added a square flat-bottomed glass

few fresh sprigs of hemlock and holly

ornament filled with a holly sprig and

leaves with berries completed the rustic

greenery as a place card.

but fun “Let it Snow” theme. Another

A transitional centerpiece can be

fun idea was snuggling a black sweater

as simple as a large glass bowl,

boot legging over the glass canister to

filled with holly leaves and berries

create added texture and warmth to the

from your backyard, with clusters of

occasion.

white carnations found at your local grocery as the center focal point of the

To wrap this up… stick with timeless

arrangement.

white or cream dinnerware and let other elements be the center of attention. For

Other Sassyscape ™ a.k.a. tablescape

the walls, halls and other rooms in your

ideas, include using the same red

home, use the same color theme from

tablecloth, but add black and white.

your beautiful dining Sassyscape ™.

From a plaid runner to black painted

Fresh greens of pine and spruce mixed in

chalkboard placemats to red square

garlands and wreaths with shiny red and

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silver glass ornaments, with or without a

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Liz has been featured as the monthly guest chef on Daytime Tri-Cities, television show on WJHL, the CBS Affiliate for the Tri- Cities Area of Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia. She is also the creator and host of her own one-hour seasonal television show called “Serve it up Sassy!” for the same market, which aired in 2011. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Consumer and Family Sciences from Purdue University and an Associate in Applied Science degree in Fashion Design from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. She is also certified in Decorative Finishes and has been trained as a Master Gardener.

Make a Statement, Make it Sassy and Make it Yours! Liz Bushong is an expert in the three-dimensional art of entertaining. She transforms simple dining occasions into beautiful and memorable moments by adding a touch of her own “sassy” style. She makes elegance easy for her audience and encourages

them to add their own Sassy touch to make it unique. Liz is famous for creating her own version of a beautifully presented tablescape – which she calls a Sassyscape ™ -and she also creates magic beyond the dining experience. In 2009 and 2010, she was selected from thousands nationwide to be part of an elite team of 100 professionals entrusted with decorating the White House for the Holiday. In 2011, she was part of seven-person team selected to

Liz is the author of the Just Desserts and Sweets & Savories cookbook. Liz turns dessert into the fifth basic food group and features recipes for her signature specialty, delicious “mini-desserts and appetizers.” Liz makes her home in Johnson City, Tennessee.

She continues to perfect her sassy approach to turning simple dining occasions into beautiful and memorable moments. by Liz Bushong, Serve it up Sassy! ™ To purchase cookbooks, find recipes, cooking, and decorating demonstrations, go to www.lizbushong.com.

decorate the Tennessee Governor’s Mansion for the holiday.

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | MeadowView Convention Center

Signature Chefs for March of Dimes The March of Dimes held an extraordinary fundraiser, the

Signature Chefs Auction on November 13. The lavish event’s venue was the magnificent MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport. Signature Chefs features

14 local chefs, caterers, and local celebrity chefs who prepare a signature course of tasting size portion. Prior to dinner, guests enjoyed an excellent cocktail reception, silent auction, entertainment, and appetizers provided by Earth Fare. This year’s signature chefs were; Executive Chef James Allen with Blackthorn Grill at The Ridges, Executive Chef Martin Bagwell with Stir Fry Kingsport, Executive Chef Stacey

Jill and Trenton Cheney and Tammy and Todd Weise

Laura Smith and Tammy Morris

Bedingfield with Wellmont Health Systems, Amanda Hope with Grann’s Gourmet Apples, Executive Chef Heather Ricker with Wellington’s, Bob & Jane Scibor with Chocolate Elegance, Executive Chef Robert Siquenza with MeadowView Resort, Executive Chef Jean Claude-Seruga with Millennium Center, Executive Chef Laura Wilson with Brumley’s at the General Morgan Inn, Executive Chefs Richard Erskine & Jassen Campbell with Southeast Culinary Hospitality College, Executive Chef Jason Vanover from The Battery, and Mary Beth Seams Morgan from Korner-Copia. Robin Williams and Lucy Jones

Steve and Ashley Grindstaff

Wellington’s at the Carnegie

Linda Bowman, Amy Lynn & Ashley Grindstaff

Mike and Nina Marchioni

Holston Valley Hospital

Guests were treated to every chef’s mouthwatering creation. During dinner, guests were invited to bid on live auction packages such as spa vacations, weekend getaways, fine dining, hotel/resort stays, and much more. President Franklin Roosevelt’s personal struggle with polio led him to create the National Foundation, better known as March of Dimes, for Infantile Paralysis at a time when polio was on the rise. Vaccines effectively ended epidemic polio in the United States. With its original mission accomplished, the foundation shifted its focus to prevent birth defects and infant mortality. The March of Dimes has led the way to discover the genetic causes of birth defects, to promote newborn screening, and to educate medical professionals and the public about best practices for a healthy pregnancy. Today, the March of Dimes’ focus, and mission is: “We help moms have full-term pregnancies and research the problems that threaten the health of babies.” For more information, visit www.marchofdimes.com.

Photography by: Lynda Fontaine

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | MeadowView Convention Center

Todd Meade and Emily Wood

Joyce and Jesse Lewis

Blackthorn Club @ the Ridges

Shelbie Cocklin and Vera Bartra

M.Susan Street and Mickey Jilton

Ashlei Christian, Eva Yazdzik, Diana Serugat

Brumley’s at the General Morgan Inn

Anne Darden and Bill Darden

Chocolate Elegance

Carla Spivey and Lisa

Gaurav and Sarah Bharti

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | MeadowView Convention Center

MeadowView

Gary Sproles and Ted Fields

The Battery

Grann’s Gourmet Apples

Lesley and Ben Igou

Korner-Copia

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Southwest Culinary Hospitality College

Engie and Scott Trivett

Debbie England and Doug Ledbetter

Shea Sproles and Kim DeCroes

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Retirement Communities Conference

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Kimberly Nyberg, Ramay Winchester, Louise and Harry Gideon

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The City of Kingsport hosted the American Association of Retirement Communities 2012 Annual Conference, “Livability is Ageless – Investing in Communities & Amenities for All Ages.” The three-day conference began on October 24 at MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center. During the convention, Kingsport, Bristol, and Sullivan County received the prestigious AARC “Seal of Approval” award. The Seal of Approval program was established to recognize communities and developments that possess the resources and amenities to attract relocating retirees. Following the conference, attendees and retirees gathered on the rooftop at BANQ to celebrate with the Kingsport, Bristol, and Sullivan County members in honor of their accomplishments that lead them to be awarded the “Seal of Approval.” The American Association of Retirement Communities is a not-for-profit professional association that promotes the economic enhancement of communities through the promotion of retiree attraction as an economic development strategy. For more information, visit www.the-aarc.org.

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Tony Hewitt, Danny Karst, and Jackie Hewitt

Photography by: Brian Hullette

Sherri Mosley and John Barber

Lora Canada and Lee Ann Rasar

George Halford, Mike Notartomaso, and Bill Houghton

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Bobby Winchester and Mark Unick

Wade Adler, Ramay Winchester, and Jeff Fleeming

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Artist Profile

Ren Allen

Ren is originally from Fairbanks Alaska where she

which is a reminder that nothing is permanent, is

boundaries and divides. People of all ages, all sizes,

dabbled in art from a very young age, graduating

always close. The idea of getting attached to your

all genders, all cultures make fabulous models!

High School with college credits from Princeton’s AP

art is rather laughable with such an impermanent art

art program. Many states and several children later,

form. It’s a good lesson in Zen. I love watching how

The “ideal” client, if there is such a thing, tends to be

she has settled in Jonesborough where she finds

the models react to seeing themselves as art. The

someone who has an interesting reason for being

inspiration in the hills, rivers, and historic buildings

connections I get to make with all sorts of people

painted. Someone going through a major transition

of the area. Her partner Keith is a photographer with

from different backgrounds is amazing. The very

in life; expecting a baby, facing death or divorce,

an eye for the artistic. Between them are several

best thing though is the feedback I get in emails from

moving, a shift in lifestyle or fulfilling a dream are

decades of photography and makeup artistry

models who are part of a body painting session or

the people with something they want to extract from

experience which lends itself to a natural evolution of

show. It is very humbling to hear about some of the

the experience. Sometimes it is about hushing old

the body art. Their studio is a vibrant, thriving space

opening and healing that can happen through this

negative voices or embracing their body because

for exploration of fine art that gives a voice to the

art form. I am honored to be small parts of helping

they have faced self-esteem issues. All of these

Body Art Guild, formed by Ren in 2009.

someone see the beauty that they possess and that

reasons make the painting experience come to life

beauty can be seen more clearly when they become

in a powerful way. It is amazing to be present and a

a living canvas.

trusted guide in that experience.

What inspired you to begin body painting? My background and current career is in professional makeup artistry. During my basic training in 2004, I worked for MAC cosmetics. My trainer at MAC shared a book published by Assouline. The book was based on the “MAC Deck of Cards”, filled with body paintings on models of varying sizes, genders and ages. I was absolutely smitten! I remember thinking “I have to do that.” I had no real plan or idea about how to begin. For many years I just watched other body artists doing their thing and longed to start. One day I realized how silly it was to desire something and just ignore that urge, so I purchased some body paints and I’ve never looked back. It’s an addiction really. Two very wonderful local people pushed me into my

are painted, how body image might play a part

How do you help clients feel comfortable and at

and if there’s an “ideal” model?

ease during a session?

dear friend and mentor, Paul Bishop about hosting

There is not a single body type that works best for

I think the comfort level of our clients is of utmost

a body art show here in 2009 his response was

body paint. Everyone can be a canvas! I have ideal

importance. Respecting their wishes, listening

immediately supportive. A week later he informed

body types for different needs; at shows, due to time

to their concerns, and talking about options are

me that Dick Nelson had reserved a date for our first

restraints, I tend to work with very thin, flat-chested

different ways we all collaborate to make it an

show, so I was committed. Our first show brought out

women or men because it is faster to paint them from

amazing experience for them. We keep the studio

a record number of attendees to Nelson Fine Art. It

head to toe. For photo shoots it totally depends on

warm and talk in length before ever booking the

was so exciting for all of us!

the theme, project, or message we want to convey.

session to ensure we are all on the same page

Often, the model dictates the art rather than the other

about expectations. We also always keep the mood

way around. There is an intuitive process, in which

very respectful and inviting. Many of our clients feel

I am responding to the person under the brush.

comfortable knowing that a woman is painting them

Other times I have a very clear concept and I seek

and present even when Keith is taking photos. Keith

out a model to best represent the concept. One of

has an amazing background in the medical field

the great things about body art is that it crosses

and as an assistant to a birth instructor giving him a

first show, which really helped launch the guild and other opportunities locally. When I approached my

What do you love most about your career? There is an amazing freedom for both artist and model. In body art I find myself growing as an artist in ways that no other medium can offer. To begin, the art is washed off at the end of the day or event,

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very calming, and connected presence. We are both parents and at ease in a variety of situations and our clients pick up on that. Obviously there is a very different set of needs in a studio shoot versus a child’s birthday party. Helping a child feel comfortable and at ease during a face painting is more about being on their level and having fun. We love our clients and that shows in the way we engage people and the level of joy we take in our work. What kind of materials are used in a typical body paint design? We use only non-toxic paints that are manufactured specifically for this art

form. Most of the paints are in a cake form and water-soluble although we do occasionally use some alcohol based mediums for longer wear. There are so many choices in this genre today and a huge range of companies that make supplies for body artists. From black-light paints to metallics and airbrush mediums, there are really have a ton of choices. My average design uses several cake style paints, common paintbrushes, sponges, and maybe a few powder pigments that I layer over the dried down paint for added depth and dimension. Tell us about the most unusual body painting you have done. My most unusual design was painted on the side of a horse! I have only done this once and it was mostly experimentation to learn more. It was so much fun and the other horses nearby were very curious about what was going on. I would love to try this again but only with willing animals... he was very patient. I would never want to paint an animal if they weren’t ok with the process. What are your plans and goals in body painting? My big dream is to open a body art gallery. We have some truly gifted artists

From top to bottom: Angelite Kiser, Teresa Jervis, Alan Anderson, Susie Fields, Mike Williams, Will Pippin, Kathy McDavid, Dan O’Leary, Justin Jones, M. Jo Bowen, Robin Todd, Seth Jervis, Derinda Larkin, Phil Gardner, Shirley Warren, Stacey Johnson, Cathy Turner, Mike Lane, Colby Hurd, Rachael Clamon, and Jim Rigsby Pictured below: Gina Garland, Rudy Bardinelli, Robin Miller, and Lisa Kendall.

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in the Body Art Guild and as we all collaborate our ideas my dreams grow bigger. I can see a space where body art prints and canvases are on the walls and for sale where artists gather to practice, encourage, and educate new talent. I am attending a body art convention in Asheville next year where I will compete in my very first competition. My goal for that is to learn anything and everything I can. That is really what my ongoing dreams and goals are about… to continue to learn, to continue to be challenged, and to continue bringing body art to the Tri-Cities to develop the guild with Keith.

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The evening was full of glitz, skits, food, auctions, and entertainment. The Bond Girls did a cute skit leading up to the diamond give-away. The Bond Girls, dressed in trench coats and fedoras secured the area because the Diamond had been stolen. No one was worried because the Bond Girls were there with handguns in tow and they weren’t afraid to use them to protect the diamond and find the culprit. Makenzie Miller, aka Natalya led the girls around and worked the crowd. It was hilarious and a big hit! Baker’s Jewelers graciously donated a gorgeous 1-carat diamond that was hidden in champagne glasses amongst glasses filled with cubic zirconias. Each glass sold for $50, all glasses were sold so one lucky person’s glass held the diamond. Julie Mitchell was excited when she realized she had the winning glass. Congratulations Julie!

Having Fun on the BANQ roof

Both silent and live auctions filled the evening with excitement as Max Richardson auctioned off the items for the live auction. Thousands of dollars were raised to support the growth and marketing of the heart of Kingsport, the downtown area.

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Ten downtown restaurants participated in the Taste of Downtown showcasing their specialty items from their menus. While Benny Wilson and his band ROCKED the roof, it was a perfect night for dancing under the stars. Portable heaters were placed around the rooftop for the guests’ comfort; except for the lady that won a mink coat in the auction…she was quite comfortable. For more information, visit www.downtownkingsport.org. Photography by: Shelley Parham

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | The Mall at JC

14th Annual Magical Night of Giving

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The Mall at Johnson City hosted its Fourteenth Annual Magical Night of Giving on Sunday, November 11, giving shoppers the opportunity to find bargains while avoiding the holiday rush. For a $5 admission, shoppers were treated to mall-wide sales and retailer specials, free train rides with Santa Clause, free hay rides with Annabelle the Reindeer, and entertainment in the food court. All admissions were donated to more than 50 local non-profit organizations, including schools and churches, as well as the United Way of Washington County, TN. Shoppers also had the chance to win more than $10,000 in door prizes. “When you think about it, $5 for a ticket is a very little compared to the money you can save on just one purchase, not to mention the prizes you can win and all the festivities we’re putting on for this occasion, “ said Marsha Hammond, Marketing Director of The Mall at Johnson City. “This event, Magical Night of Giving, is an expression of The Mall at Johnson City’s wish to give back to the communities that are so good to us. We’re so happy to be raising money to help others. That’s why we call it “Magical Night of Giving.”

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The Ligero Cigar Lounge hosts an exclusive cigar tasting event every month. During these events, members enjoy hors d’oeurves and libations, as well as specials on cigars and accessories. On this evening, Rachel, with Rocky Patel Cigars, was there with specials on cigars and accessories. Members also enjoyed fantastic giveaways throughout the evening. The Ligero Cigar Lounge is a one-of-a-kind smoking lounge for members only. The lounge features five 47” HD flat screen TVs, an 11 ft HD flat screen projection TV, pool table, fireplace, and a 400 sq ft humidor. It’s a place for those who truly love cigars! Membership privileges include all Direct TV sports packages, password-protected Wi-Fi, personal humidified lockers, and BYOB alcohol regulations. For more information on cigar tasting events and membership at this exclusive lounge, visit Ligero in Boones Creek.

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | Sandy’s Jewel Box

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3rd Annual Ladies’ Night Out

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Sandy’s Jewel Box held its 3rd annual Ladies’ Night Out on November 9. Fifty-four ladies were guests at the event which focused on helping with Christmas wishes and everyday needs of two local families. The generous donations of all the ladies will ensure that these children have their Christmas list checked off and their necessities covered. Over $1,500,000 in giveaways were shared with the ladies in attendance from Sandy’s Jewel Box, Shenny’s Nails and Spa, Gifted Hands Massage, and Lenore Kinnick. The ladies also enjoyed good food, great fellowship, and a fun time. All in the name of GIVING! In response to this wonderful event, Sandy Reiger, owner of Sandy’s Jewel Box, said, “As always, I feel so blessed and honored to have such giving and generous customers and friends. I look forward to seeing each shining face again next year and hopefully a few new ones as well!” Sandy’s Jewel Box is located at 401 W. Oakland Avenue in Johnson City. Peggy Dykes, Lenore Kinnick Photography by: Kirsten Hall |

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Ruth Jessee, Marilyn Whitaker

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Troutdale Dining Room

Crossroads Medical Mission “Just what the Doctor ordered!” Gala

Lisa and Dean Cirotta

Lisa Cirotta, Erin Faust, Donna Fowlkes, Cathy Mulllins, Melissa Massengill, and Cindy Rockett

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Crossroads Medical Mission (CMM) provides mobile medical services at no charge to local residents of the Mountain Empire region. This year, 2012, CMM celebrated its tenth anniversary. Based on Christian values, the non-profit is an outreach consisting of: screenings, minor surgery, medication support, lab testing, and counseling. More information can be viewed online at www.crossroadsmedicalmission.org. These services helps many during trying times. Fundraising events keep CMM operating so the organization can assist the community. The annual “Just what the Doctor ordered!” Gala benefitting CMM was Friday, November 2 at the Bristol Train Station. Bidding, eating, dancing, and fun filled the evening. Cocktail hour warmed up guests for the main course. During the silent and live auctions, the Troutdale Dining Room served a delicious meal. Meanwhile, bidding wars developed, but no blood was shed this year. By playing lively tunes everyone enjoyed, the Spirit of Soul Dance Band closed

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the night by packing the dance floor. Mark your calendar for November 1, 2013, for the next gala. It promises to be a worthwhile event. Photography and story by : Chelsie Gregory

Katie Johnson and Paul Derden, MD

Eileen and Doug Weberling

Stacey Amos and Shannon Helton

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Heather and Bart Long

Jessica and Jesse Strang, Riyah and Travis Staten

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Martha and Lanny Eppression

Kristin and Sean McMurray

Marcia and Chuck Gavin

Mark and Lynn Holden

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Joe and Vita Lyle

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Kenneth and Suzy King

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Karen Hester, Owner of Cranberry Lane & Janet Atwell

Susan Pippin, Jenette Dean, Ellen Cain, Owner of The Jewel Box & Jo Rosser

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts

Andy & the Beats

On November15th, the Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts presented “Andy and The Beats,” an original diabetic musical written by Dobyns Bennett/UT Grad, Andy Rogers. This was the 3rd year, 3rd cast, and 3rd production of Andy’s story that exposes his heart and soul for young people, including himself, who live with Type 1 Diabetes. The twenty Type 1 children joining Andy in the finale song, “Walk for the Cure”, brought the house to tears. With the support of our community, over $1,000 in donations went to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation! But even more amazing was the bond created between the Type 1 families and friends that will last forever. “What a privilege to be a part of such a great cast and great audience. The Spirit of LOVE filled the place. I can’t wait to bring the show back next year! Thanks to all for helping us get one step closer to the cure.” –Andy Rogers Missed the musical? No worries! You can purchase the DVD of “Andy and the Beats” at www.andyandthebeats.com. The proceeds of every sale goes to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). For those interested in getting “Andy and the Beats” to other cities and venues, please contact Jenny Rogers at noahoutreach@gmail.com. A huge thank you to the sponsors of “Andy and the Beats” : Engage Kingsport, Tennessee Arts Commission, Kingsport ARTS, Custom Compounding, Martin Dentistry, and Performance Medicine Photography by: Kelli Rogers and Linda Coffey

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Philanthropic Educational Organization Bridge Luncheon Fundraiser

On September 19 the P. E. O., held a Bridge Luncheon at the Center at Crown Point on Eastman Road in Kingsport. The luncheon not only included lunch and Bridge, there were also door prizes, and a fashion show by Threads and Jewelry by La-Tee-Da. All proceeds from the event went to benefit the Kingsport Chapter for women’s education including P. E. O. scholarships and loan programs. The P. E. O. Sisterhood is a philanthropic education organization founded in 1869 at Iowa Wesleyan College. The organization is passionate about its mission of promoting education opportunities for women. The organization consists of six philanthropies including the ownership of a four-year women’s college, Cottey College. P. E. O. serves as a source of encouragement and support for women while helping them achieve their potential in whatever worthwhile endeavor they choose. The P. E. O. educational loan fund lends women money at 3% interest for higher education. The P. E. O. International Peace Scholarship is awarded to international graduate students studying in the U.S. and Canada. This scholarship promotes peace though education and understanding. P. E. O. STAR Scholarship provides recognition for high school women by enabling high school seniors to pursue post-secondary education at accredited institutions. The organization also provides need-based grants to women in the U.S. and Canada whose education was interrupted and who find it necessary to continue their education to provide support to themselves and their families. P. E. O. Scholar Awards provides substantial awards to women of the United States and Canada who are pursuing advanced degrees or are engaged in advanced study and research. Today there are over a quarter of a million members in local chapters throughout the United States and Canada. Since 1907, the organization has helped over 85,000 women with scholarships, grants, and loans totaling over $210 million. For more information, visit www.peointernational.org.

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Real Women Pick Pink Music Festival

A celebration of life, music, and independence brought the streets of downtown Bristol alive as Real Women Pick Pink held its magnificent fundraising event on October 20. The event was a daylong event lasting into the night with performances throughout downtown Bristol. Stages were set up under the beautiful pink glow of the Bristol welcome sign, at the Birthplace of Country mural, and at various indoor venues. Headlining the musical event were Kelly Willis and Bruce Robison on the Bristol sign stage and Suzzy Bogguss performing at the Birthplace of Country Music mural stage. Other artists included; Jill Andrews, Megan Jean and the KFB, My New Favorites, Rosie Ledet & The Zydeco Playboys, The Broadcast, The Trishas, Alli Epperson, Amythyst Kiah, Annie Robinette, April Taylor, Barlow Gin & The Hatchetmen, Beth Snapp, Daisi Rain, Eliza Lynn, If Birds Could Fly, Jessica Nixon, Kim Lyons, and The Squash Blossoms. Real Women Pick Pink knows how to have fun with a female-centric music event. The extraordinary event was fun for the entire family while raising funds for breast cancer awareness, treatment, research, and a cure. Wellmont Health Coach was available for free digital mammography. Wellmont Cancer Institute oncology event department was also available during the event. Representatives from Komen Tri-Cities joined the event with an informational booth on State Street. All proceeds from the event went to benefit the Wellmont Cancer Institute and Tri-Cities Susan G. Komen for the Cure. For more information, visit www.realwomenpickpink.com. Photography by: Angela Striligas | Story by: Rita Dykes

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | MeadowView Marriott Resort Conference & Convention Center

Governor Bill Haslam Luncheon

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The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon for Governor Bill Haslam on October 30. The luncheon was held at MeadowView Marriott Resort Conference & Convention Center in Kingsport. CeeGee McCord welcomed Governor Haslam and guests to the event. Following opening proceedings, Senator Lamar Alexander introduced Governor Haslam. Governor Haslam’s main topics of his speech were health care, education, and jobs. The Govenor opened the floor to a question and answer session following his speech. Governor Haslam was elected as the 49th governor of Tennessee

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in 2010 with the largest victory margin in the history of Tennessee. The Governor’s administration’s top three priorities are; to make Tennessee the number one location in the Southeast for high quality jobs by fostering a business-friendly environment for recruitment and expansion, to continue in our state’s momentum in education reform by focusing on what’s best for Tennessee children in the classroom, and to manage the state’s budget conservatively while making sure state government is providing services to Tennesseans in a customerfocused, efficient, and effective way.

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Governor Haslam was born and raised in Knoxville where he served as Mayor for eight years. He and his wife Crissy have been married for 30 years and are the proud parents of three children. For more information, visit www.tn.gov/governor/. Photography by: Chelsie Gregory | Story by: Rita Dykes Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, and Bill Snodgrass

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Southeast Culinary & Hospitality College

Chuck Thompson Book Release

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Bristol author CS “Chuck” Thompson released “Why Bristol?”, his latest mystery book during an evening of gourmet cuisine and more at a charity event held on October 27, 2012 at the Southeast Culinary and Hospitality College. The proceeds raised from the event benefited three local charities: Young Life, Family Promise of Bristol and C.H.O.P. (Community Hospitality Outreach Program). “Why Bristol?” is the fourth book in Thompson’s Bristol-themed detective novels, The Natasha McMorales Mystery Series. Those in attendance enjoyed live music from local band Symphony Rags and tasted delicious food items that are featured throughout the series. In addition to the meet and greet with the author, there was also a silent auction to raise funds for the organizations that was held during the event with items donated from local businesses and individuals. More than $1,200 was raised from the event for the organizations with over $400 given to each charity. Special thanks to the Southeast Culinary and Hospitality College and Bristol Herald Courier. Items were donated from: Mary Ann’s Gifts, JC Penney Portrait Studio in Johnson City, Bristol Motor Speedway, Inari Wines, artist Nancy Steele, The Fudgery, Cranberry Lane, real estate agent Ashey Jones-Andrews, Dr. Myers Chiropractic, The ChopHouse, Blackbird Bakery, The Total Image, Express Video & Tanning, artist Katie Gazaway, McClain’s Pest Control, Fatz in Bristol, Baker’s Jewelry and the Southeast Culinary & Hospitality College. For more information on the author and his books, visit www. csthompsonbooks.com

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Downtown Kingsport

Santa Special AniMile and Human Race

It was truly a wild affair! The Santa Special AniMile and Human Race was held on Saturday afternoon, November 17th in Kingsport. This year’s theme was “Run Fast, Bark Loud” and 535 people and dogs did just that on a beautiful afternoon of fun and running/ walking. The one mile course started on Main St. and followed the Kingsport Christmas Parade route just prior to the start of the arrival of Santa Claus on the Santa Train and the annual Christmas Parade. Brandon Lancaster and Fleet Feet Pete won the AniMile in a very quick 4:59.5. Simeon Roberts set a new record in the Human Race, blazing the course in 4:33.6, with 12 year old phenom Harper Russell taking the women’s race in 5:30.6. The race was held in memory of Sheridan Edwards with a special balloon release prior to the start of the AniMile. Race sponsors were Bank of Tennessee, Dr. Richard E. Batemen DDS, Rainbow’s End Floral, and Indian Ridge Animal Hospital, with Chef’s Pizzeria treating everyone to hot dogs post race. The race was managed by We Run Events and the proceeds benefitted the Sullivan County Humane Society. Photography by: Holly McBride and Angela Striligas | Story Submitted

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SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | The Caudle Center

The Caudle Center Open House Dr. Scott Caudle and the staff of the Caudle Center welcomed customers and the community to their open house on Wednesday, October 25. Snacks and beverages were graciously provided as guests learned about discounts on products and services. Many took advantage of these specials to get a head start on their Christmas shopping. The Caudle Center is a medical spa and salon, providing advanced skin care, cosmetic surgery, spa and salon services, and wellness programs. Dr. Scott Caudle, a Tri-Cities native, has served the area in both general and cosmetic surgery since 1986. He specializes in Botox injections, dermal fillers, varicose vein therapy, laser skin resurfacing, liposuction, fat grafting, and medical weight loss. For more information on The Caudle Center, visit their website at www. thecaudlecenter.com or give them a call at 423.926.2400.

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Bristol Public Library

Bristol Public Library presents Chuck Todd - Discovery Series The Bristol Public Library brought NBC News Chief White House Correspondent and Political Director, Chuck Todd, to Virginia Intermont College on Saturday, November 10th as a part of the 2012 Discovery Series and Worldview Scholarship Series. Forty local high school students were selected to attend a private luncheon with Mr. Todd and given premium seating for the presentation. Four books will be donated to the Bristol Public Library’s Young Adult Department in honor of the students from the four local high schools that were represented. The event was a great success with some 500 in attendance. Mr. Todd took the topic of “The Election is over… what now?” and spoke about what is to come in the next four years for our country and the economy. His knowledge was very impressive and insightful about what we may see happen in the election in 2016. Todd predicted that if outgoing Secretary of State Hilary Clinton wants to seek the 2016 Democratic nomination, Vice President Joe Biden will make way and not attempt a presidential run. “I think if she wants to run, [other potential Democratic candidates] will back off,” he stated. For more information on this event and other library programs, contact (276) 645-8780 or visit bristol-library.org. Photography and Story Submitted by: Bristol Public Library

SEEN IN JOHNSON CITY | Ameriprise Financial

Ameriprise Financial Grant Award to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee

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Ameriprise Financial; Klem, Gentry & Torbett recently awarded a $10,000 grant to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee, a Tri-Cities based nonprofit organization. The grant will go to support Food for Kids. This is a program that supplies healthy, ready-to-eat meals for more than 4,100 at-risk children in 129 schools to take home from school every other weekend. The Ameriprise team held a reception on Thursday, November 15, in their office in Johnson City to recognize this award and present Second Harvest with a $10,000 check. This reception was also to recognize their clients and associates who volunteer their time to the community. Ameriprise Financial is dedicated to utilizing the firm’s resources and talents to improve the lives of individuals

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and build strong communities. Through grantmaking, volunteerism and employee and advisor gift matching programs, the company supports a diverse group of over 5,000 nonprofits across the country. Ameriprise Financial, Inc., is a diversified financial services company serving the comprehensive financial planning needs of the mass affluent and emerging affluent. For more information, visit ameriprise.com. For more information on Second Harvest Food Bank please, visit website www.netfoodbank.org. Photography by: Holly McBride | Story by: Holly McBride

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Bristol Motor Speedway

Bristol Motor Speedway’s Children’s Charities

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Start your engines... for area charities that is! The Bristol Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities awarded a recordbreaking $712,000 to area agencies that care for those in need. The evening’s event is called a Night of Smiles and that is just what it is. Eighty-seven agencies stepped forward when executive director of the Bristol Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities Claudia Byrd, called their name to receive a donation for their organization. The evening included desserts and a visit from Santa Claus who awarded The

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The Cosmetic Laser and Skin Care Center of Johnson City hosted a Fall Open House Extravaganza and Chamber After-Hours Event on Wednesday, October 24 to celebrate “10 Years Strong and Growing.” The staff opened the doors with refreshments along with tons of giveaways. Guests had the opportunity to take advantage of great discounts on fillers such as Botox and Dysport, as well as deals on products and procedures. Perhaps the highlight of the event was a highly informative discussion led by The Cosmetic Laser and Skin Care Center’s Dr. Jeffrey Carlsen. Dr. Carlsen is a Board Certified Ophthamologist and Cosmetic Reconstructive Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon. During the presentation, he explored treatments and procedures for fine lines and wrinkles, drooping, bulging, or puffy eyelids, lowered brow position, sagging skin, spider veins, and many other issues. The Cosmetic Laser and Skin Care Center is a division of The Johnson City Eye Clinic and is located at 110 Med Tech Park.

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For more information, go to their website at www.johnsoncityeye.com and click on The Cosmetic Laser and Skin Care logo. They can be reached at 423.926.2200.

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SEEN IN KINGSPORT | Kingsport Ballet

Kingsport Ballet Tea and Chocolate

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The first-ever Tea and Chocolate at the Dress Rehearsal kicked off the holiday season for many children and adults at the Kingsport Ballet Studios on November 18th. The Tea began with a charming dress rehearsal, featuring dances from “The Land of Sweets” – Act II of The Nutcracker, performed by Kingsport Ballet Company dancers. Following the dances, guests enjoyed a whimsical tea party with an assortment of treats. Dancers joined the party in full costume for photographs with guests. Each child left full of holiday excitement, with an autographed keepsake and a ticket to Kingsport Ballet’s The Nutcracker. The Tea and Chocolate at the Dress Rehearsal was straight out of any little girl’s dream and was the perfect way to begin the holiday season. The Tea and Chocolate was truly a prelude to Kingsport Ballet’s Nutcracker festivities. The Nutcracker will be held at Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greeneville on November 30th and December 1st. The Kingsport Ballet’s 2012 production includes guest performances by prominent San Francisco Ballet soloists, Sasha De Sola and Daniel Deivison-Oliveira. In addition, Clara’s Tea Party, a much-loved holiday tradition, will be held before the December 1st performance and will be a joy for all ages. Dance enthusiasts are invited to bring their children to these fun-filled family events. Tickets for performances and Clara’s Tea Party are available through Niswonger’s box office at 423.638.1679. Kingsport Ballet is a nonprofit school and company celebrating its 30th anniversary. To learn more visit www.kingsportballet.org or find Kingsport Ballet on Facebook. Photography by: Brian Hullette | Story Submitted

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70th Annual Santa Train The Santa Train made its historical 70th annual 110-mile run from Pikeville, Kentucky through Virginia and ending in Kingsport, Tennessee on Saturday, November 17. Santa’s celebrity guests aboard the train were award-winning country recording duo, Keifer and Shawna Thompson, better known as Thompson Square. The husband and wife duo made their second run on the Santa Train this year. The duo fell in love with the region and the people last year so they immediately accepted their invitation to be part of Team Santa Train again. Thompson Square joined Santa’s helpers as they distributed gifts from the train and greeted the crowds. Thompson Square performed in Kingsport following their adventure aboard the Santa Train. At each stop, volunteers mingled throughout the crowds handing out gifts to all the children. The gifts were color coded for age and gender so that the process of gift giving would run smoothly. Many Santa Train attendees live, work, or go to school near the tracks; therefore, Team Santa Train took the opportunity to teach train safety measures by attaching safety tips to toys given to the children. The Santa Train is the world’s largest parade, making 14 stops handing out over 15 tons of gifts while making many people’s lives a little brighter. Gifts are donated from individuals and companies across the United States, including CSX, Food City, and this year’s new sponsor, Dignity U Wear. The Santa Train also gives a remarkable gift that lasts a lifetime, the Santa Train Scholarship. The Scholarship is a four-year, $5000 award given each year to a graduating senior that lives near the Train’s route. The Santa Train made its way through the winding route captivating children of all ages. Thousands stood along the route yelling, waving, and snapping pictures as they waited for that first glimpse of Santa. Some even traveled hours to partake in the wonderful outpouring of love, hope, generosity, and Christmas joy. While some wanted to be right near the tracks, others watched from a distance. Many heartstrings are pulled each year; from the caring and hardworking event planners, volunteers, performers, generous donors, parents, friends, and children waiting anxiously along the tracks, to those witnessing from afar. All experienced the warmth, shed the tears, smiled the smiles, humbled their hearts, and witnessed the true meaning of Christmas… love. The Santa Train could not be possible without the outpouring of volunteers and donors. This year the Santa Train was co-sponsored by CSX Transportation, Food City, the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Dignity U Wear. A special thank you goes out to all involved making the Santa Train once again a tremendous success. For more information, visit www.teamsantatrain.org. Photography by: Angela Striligas and Brian Hullette

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CENE Eastman Credit Union The Bristol Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome Eastman Credit Union to its new location just off of Exit 7 in the Highlands Shopping Center in Bristol, Va. Eastman Credit Union, a not-for-profit, financial service cooperative, was founded in 1934. The credit union serves over 130,000 members at over 20 branches in Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and a portion of Texas. Members have access to over 42,000 free ATMs nationwide and a wide variety of financial services. Eastman Credit Union takes pride in giving back to its members by offering affordable loans, competitive deposit rates, free checking, extraordinary dividends, and much more.

For more information, visit www.ecu.org.

C. Mae’s Bakery and Cafe’ The Johnson City Chamber of Commerce welcomed C. Mae’s Bakery and Cafe’ to Johnson City with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. C. Mae’s Bakery and Cafe’ located at 817 West Walnut Street in Johnson City offers a wide variety of fresh pastries, all-natural lunchmeats, unique sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, coffee drinks, and much more. Co-owners, Lee and Angie Smith formally owned a successful bakery in West Virginia, sold it and moved to Johnson City to share their delicious treats with the Tri-Cities.

For more information, stop in and visit the fine folks at C. Mae’s Bakery and Cafe’ or call them at 423.631.0397.

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CENE Ashley Furniture Homestore The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce welcomed Ashley Furniture Homestore to East Stone Commons with a ribbon cutting on October 25. Chamber members and guests gathered to celebrate with officials and employees as the ceremonial ribbon was cut. Guests enjoyed refreshments and a tour of the new furniture store located at 2003 North Eastman Road.

Inside the independently owned and operated furniture store, you will find stylish, quality furniture to accommodate every room in your home. Ashley Furniture takes pride in being a member of the community while understanding the importance of community involvement and supporting charitable organizations.

For more information, visit www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com.

Threads The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce welcomed Threads to Reedy Creek Shopping Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 19. Chamber members, friends, family, and employees came out to support the new store located at 1880 North Eastman Road in Kingsport. Threads is a contemporary boutique with urban lines from Atlanta, California, and other fashion marts around the world. Threads has something for everyone from juniors to men. Apparel for social gatherings, the office, or for a casual gathering fill the racks in the boutique. They also carry accessories including shoes, jewelry, handbags, and more. For more information, visit www.threardsofkingsport.com.

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SEEN IN BRISTOL | Bristol Motor Speedway

Subway Speedway in Lights 5k

The SUBWAY Speedway in Lights 5k took place at the Bristol Motor Speedway on November 11 with 2400 participants. Runners and walkers were treated to a sneak preview of the Speedway in Lights a few days prior to its grand opening for the 2012 holiday season. Speedway in Lights is one of the nation’s largest light presentations that is visited by thousands each year. The 5k presented by Fleet Feet Sports began and ended at the start/finish line of the world’s fastest half-mile racetrack. All proceeds of the 5k went to benefit Speedway Children’s Charities. David Cheromei of Damascus, Virginia won the 5k with a time of 15:53 while Danielle Alfano finished first in the female division with a time of 19:01. David and Danielle received two suite seats for the March and August 2013 race weekends and a free pass to Speedway in Lights. Finishing second in the male division was Dave Milner, and second in the female division, Susan Rollins. Both David and Susan received two grandstand tickets to the Food City 500 and the IRWIN Tool Night Race in 2013. Rounding out the top three in the male division was Tom McCormack and in the female division, Brenda Miller. Tom and Brenda received two tickets to the Food City 500 in March 2013. Speedway in Lights is one of the many events that benefit Speedway Children’s Charities. The SUBWAY Speedway in Lights 5k also served as the kick-off to the speedway’s annual extraordinary light show. Bruton Smith founded Bristol Speedway Children’s Charities in 1996 to help children in the surrounding area of Bristol Motor Speedway. The mission of Speedway Children’s Charities remains true to the ideals it was founded upon; to care for children in educational, financial, social, and medical need in order to help them lead productive lives. The Bristol Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities has raised in excess of $7 million to help children around the region. For more information, visit www.bristol.speedwaycharities.org.

Photography by: Mickey Baker

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Happy holidays from The Country Club of Bristol

6045 Old Jonesboro Rd Bristol, TN | 423-575-7767 www.countryclubofbristol.com

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Kingsport Tomorrow’s Third Annual Regional Healthcare Symposium Kingsport Tomorrow presented the Third Annual Regional Healthcare Symposium on October 27 at MeadowView Executive Conference Center. Over 170 healthcare providers from the region, including 60 physicians, participated in the day-long educational event, coproduced by ETSU Quillen College of Continuing Medical Education. The 2012 symposium was designed to increase the primary care provider’s knowledge, skill, and competencies in newly emerging evidence-based patient management in the areas of menopause, dermatology, anticoagulants, dementia and substance abuse. This year’s keynote speakers were Dr. Ralph Hale, former executive vice president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, based in Washington, D.C. and Dr. Amy Potter, a pediatric endocrinologist and assistant professor of pediatrics at Vanderbilt

Sam Jones, Martha Chill, Alan Novak, Emily Rightmyer, Debbie Reiff, M.D., Susan LaGuardia, Lisa Williams, Catherine Tucker, Dr. Alan Meade

University. Presenting sponsor with Kingsport Tomorrow was Holston Valley Medical Center. Other major sponsors were Indian Path Medical Center, Eastman Credit Union and Holston Medical Group. The 2013 Regional Healthcare Symposium is in the initial planning stages for October 26. For more information, visit www.kingsporttomorrow.org.

Alan Novak, Lisa Williams, Debbie Reiff, M.D., Dr. Alan Meade

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SEEN IN ABINGDON | Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center

14th Annual Mistletoe Market Prevue Gala

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Tracy Ference, Lori Hubert & Mary Beth Poma

Marcy Miller with Steve Miller (Chairman of the William King Museum Board of Trustees)

The 14th annual Mistletoe Market Prevue Gala, presented by the William King Museum, took place on November 1, 2012. Mistletoe Market is a holiday shopping fundraising event that featured over 90 retail merchants from across the Southeast. It was held in the Marsha Richardson, Nancy Norden & Claudine Marshall

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Grand Ballroom of the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon, VA. The Prevue Gala provided a first look at the extravagant shopping opportunities. The event was black tie and guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres provided by Troutdale and musical entertainment by pianist Dave Collins. Mistletoe Market is the main fundraising event of the William King Museum, which is a non-profit regional art museum and arts education

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Becker’s Spine Review recognizes local surgeon, Dr. Morgan Lorio, as one of the “61 Spine Surgeon Inventors to Know.”

Every year over 300,000 people are affected by a painful and sometimes debilitating condition known as lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). In LSS, the spine narrows and puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, causing back and leg pain. Morgan Lorio, MD of NeuroSpine Solutions is participating in a clinical trial to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the ACADIA™ Facet Replacement System for those suffering from LSS. This is an investigational device designed to treat Dr. full Morgan Lorio specializ Read the most innovative and minimally invasive spinal procestory the here!

dures. He is known in the spine community for his forward thinking and new approaches to spine care and is dedicated rvice to his community.

Accepts most major medical insurances by referral and worker’s compensation. Also accepting patients for FDA studies.

LSS without fusion, while maintaining the motion of the spine. Neuro-Spine Solutions is one of up to 30 sites in the US approved for inclusion in this study. The study is open to both male and female patients between the ages of 21-85, who have been diagnosed with LSS. Additional inclusion criteria must also be met. For more information please contact the office of Dr. Morgan Lorio at 423-844-0501 or email spinestudy@neurospinesolutions.net.

Morgan P. Lorio, M.D., F.A.C.S. Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine & Hand Surgeon James Myers, PA-C Alan Britton, PA-C

Neuro-Spine Solutions 240 Medical Park Blvd. Ste 2700 Bristol, TN 37620 Phone 423-844-0501 Fax 423-844-0006 240 Medical Park Blvd Suite 2700 Bristol, TN 423-844-0501 www.neurospinesolutions.net www.neurospinesolutions.net

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