Letter from the Publisher
FOUNDER/PUBLISHER Angela J. Baker angela@vipseenmag.com CO-OWNER Mickey J. Baker CREATIVE DIRECTOR Angelica Ares angelica_a@vipseenmag.com GRAPHIC DESIGNER Dianna Pilkenton diannapilk@gmail.com EVENTS COORDINATOR Allison Galloway allison@vipseenmag.com VIPSEEN LIVE! Whitney Carr whitney@vipseenmag.com Morgan King morgan@vipseenmag.com ACCOUNT MANAGERS Lark Adams 423.612.3583 lark@vipseenmag.com April Barnes 423.646.4626 april@vipseenmag.com Eric Donahue 423.437.2276 eric@vipseenmag.com Kirsten Hall 423.502.0695 kirsten@vipseenmag.com Beth Muncy 423.967.3043 beth@vipseenmag.com SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHER Nathan Mays COPY EDITOR Lucy Honeychurch BEAUTY EDITOR Sherri Jessee MUSIC EDITOR Anthony Wayne anthony@vipseenmag.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Logan Addington Sara Burgess Linda Coffey Kelsey Collins Allison Galloway Matt Penix Beth Street Haley White
She Says ... I
am so grateful for the way I grew up. It’s nice to be able to look back and reflect on the past, both good and bad memories, and identify how certain things impacted my life for the better…even if I didn’t think so at the time. I am grateful that I didn’t have a cell phone, the World Wide Web, or social media. Today, we “know” way too much about nothing; opinions are being reported as if they are facts and a lot of us have just plain forgotten how to think for ourselves. In this letter, I want to share a few words of wisdom I was taught as a child that always bring me back to center when life begins to feel a little cluttered. The Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. I live my life by this. It’s simple. Treat people how you would like to be treated. If you can’t say somethin’ nice, don’t say nothin’ at all. Thumper was a pretty smart little bunny. It is okay to keep our negative opinions and bitterness to ourselves. If you feel the need to get it out of your system, write it down in a designated book and put it away. Two wrongs don’t make a right. I am not sure that I quite understand the concept of “getting even”. Why would I want to stoop to the
Angela Baker, angela@vipseenmag.com
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level of a person that did me wrong only to show them that I am just as bad as they are? If so and so jumped off a bridge, would you? Take the lead and think for yourself. Believe it or not it is perfectly okay to march to the beat of your own drum. Now more than ever, entertainers are trying to use their influence and popularity to push whatever personal agenda they may have. Whether I agree or disagree with their opinion never registers with me because I am instantly annoyed by their action. We are capable of thinking for ourselves and I find it to be insulting, honestly. Mind your own business. Why do we live in a time when we think we have the right to know the personal details of any and everyone? And that our personal opinion/judgment about someone else’s personal life needs to be shared with anyone who will listen? Let’s just agree to stop doing the most and just mind our own business. Shew. There are plenty more but these few will do for now. You know, I can accept that my landline phone with caller ID and answering machine is outdated and a thing of the past…I just pray we never get to a place where simple love and kindness towards each other, as well as, the ability to be free-thinking individuals, becomes outdated.
Calendar of Events / OCTOBER 2018 OCTOBER 5th-6th Unicoi County Apple Festival Downtown Erwin Erwin, TN 423-743-3000 unicoicounty.org/apple-festival Storytelling Festival International Storytelling Center Jonesborough, TN 423-753-2171 storytellingcenter.net/festival/ OCTOBER 6 9am Walk to End Alzheimer’s 430 West Ravine Road Kingsport, TN 423-928-4080 msieber@alz.org 9am Bikers & Bows Ketron Elementary School Kingsport, TN 423-571-3242 princessd.org 5:30pm Friends for the Fight 2018 Kingsport Farmer’s Market Kingsport, TN 423-967-5997 chadpcc@gmail.com 6pm The Great Catsby Taylored Venue & Events Kingsport, TN 423-279-2741 julie.bedwani@gmail.com 6:30pm Turn Out for the Cure The Paramount Center for the Arts Bristol, TN 423-274-8920 highlandsballet.org
8pm Blackjack, Bourbon, and Brews Casino Night Fundrasier Holston River Brewing Bristol, TN 423-652-9093 abusealternativesinc.org OCTOBER 7 2pm Run for Their Lives 5K & 10K Strut Your Mutt Walk Virginia Creeper Trail Head Abingdon, VA 276-608-6028 htar.org OCTOBER 12 7:30am State of the City Kingsport Chamber Kingsport, TN 423-392-8800 kingsportchamber.org 7pm Tusculum’s First Annual President’s Gala Tusculum Campus Greeneville, TN 423-636-7300 Go.tusculum.edu OCTOBER 12 – 13 21st Annual Wildlife Weekend Steele Creek Park Bristol, TN 423-989-5616 friendsofsteelecreek.org OCTOBER 13 11am 4th Annual Walk for Wellness Expo 430 West Ravine Road Kingsport, TN 423-392-8837 healthykingsport.org
3pm Barktoberfest 2018 Founders Park Johnson City, TN 423-926-8533 Hswctn.org 3pm Kingsport Wine & Brew Festival Kingsport Higher Education Center Kingsport, TN 423-246-6550 Downtownkingsport.org 8pm Stormtrooper & Superhero Ball MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center Kingsport, TN 276-494-4138 waitingtohear.org OCTOBER 16 5:30pm Beyond Awareness: Tri-Cities Fights Back MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center Kingsport, TN 865-588-0902 Komeneasttennessee.org OCTOBER 19 9am 4th Annual Dennis Phillips Leadership Kingsport Golf Tournament MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center Kingsport, TN 423-392-8800 kingsportchamber.org
THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown Book by Marsha Norman Based on the novel by Robert James Waller
Based on the best-selling novel, a forbidden love affair between a photographer and a housewife changes them forever. This sweeping romance about the roads we travel, the doors we open and the bridges we dare to cross will leave you breathless. With a soaring score, this powerful musical captures the lyrical expanse of America’s heartland along with the yearning entangled in the eternal question “What if...?”
7pm Appalachian Sustainable Development’s Spooktacular Halloween FUNdraiser Studio Brew Bristol, VA 276-623-1121 asdevelop.org OCTOBER 20 9am Run for the Dogs 5K East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN 276-690-4021 contact@mecmoaa.org OCTOBER 21 1:30pm Scarecrow Skedaddle & Shindig Founders Park Johnson City, TN 423-946-0519 Tara.chadwell@balladhealth.com 1:30pm Adoration 2018 East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN adorationlife.com OCTOBER 25 6:30pm 2nd Annual Dawn of Hope Spooktacular Millennium Center Johnson City, TN 423-722-1689 dawnofhope.com
6pm Halloween Bash Kingsport Farmer’s Market Kingsport, TN 423-392-8800 kingsportchamber.org 7pm Tri-Cities Boo Bash Carnegie Hotel Johnson City, TN 423-257-6054 steppenstoneyouth.org OCTOBER 28 1pm Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Founders Park Johnson City, TN 800-227-2345 acsevents.org OCTOBER 29 9am Swinging Fore a Cause The Virginian Golf Club Bristol, VA 865-363-6361 patsummitt.org 6:30pm 36th Annual Taste of Johnson City Blackthorn Club Jonesborough, TN 423-461-8000 johnsoncitytnchamber.org
OCTOBER 27 9:30am 2018 Haunted Half Marathon & Boo to Brew Relay Downtown Jonesborough Jonesborough, TN werunevents.com/haunted-half/
ALSO IN OCTOBER: Singin’ in the Rain The Bridges of Madison County Sally McCoy The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Barter Theatre’s House of Carnage
Visit www.BarterTheatre.com or call 276-628-3991 for show times and to purchase tickets.
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2nd Annual Families Free Fundraiser 4th Annual Golf Par-Tee 2018 Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Steam Bus Ribbon Cutting Austrailian Down Under 2018 Bobby Lee Hurd Jr Memorial Golf Tournament Camp H.E.A.R. Inaugural Susan G. Komen East TN Benefit Ride Ladies Night Out at Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics 21st Annual Speedway Children’s Charities Golf Tournament Coalition for Kids Hosts Community Tailgate Party Bristol State of Cities Address FRIENDS barn dance Business After Hours- JC Symphony Healthy Kingsport Platinum Partner Recognition Johnson City Community Theatre’s Cheers to 107 Years! Historic Preservation Awards Main Street BuskerFest Sushi at Sunset Meet the Mountains Festival 2018 Kingsport Chamber BrewHaHa United Way of Greater Kingsport Campaign Kickoff United Way Regional Campaign Kickoff P.E.O. Bridge Fundraiser Military, Police, and First Responders Appreciation Event Journeys of Women VI Art Show American Legends
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LOCAL FLAVOR A SAMPLING OF RESTAURANTS IN OUR REGION
24 SIGNATURE DISHES SOME OF THE MOST FLAVORFUL AND UNIQUE DISHES SERVED IN THE REGION 37 SPECIAL FEATURE L•O•V•E – LADIES WHO ARE OVERCOMERS LIVING VICTORIOUSLY AND EMPOWERING OTHERS 62 EARLY BIRD HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
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SEASONSOF EATING Your heart-healthy recipes will taste even better with seasonal produce.
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LOCAL FLAVOR Around here, we love to eat. No doubt about it! In this issue, we wanted to share some of our favorite places to eat in the Tri-Cities. It’s definitely not a complete list, but it’s a diverse sampling of what our region has to offer.
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BONEFISH GRILL JOHNSON CITY 1902 N Roan St, | Johnson City, TN
(423) 434-0247
bonefishgrill.com Mon-Thu: 4:00 PM-10:00 PM Fri: 4:00 PM-11:00 PM Sat: 11:00 AM-11:00 PM Sun: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
All your favorite brunch items with a Bonefish Grill twist. Choose something sweet like our Crème Brûlée French Toast or indulge your savory side with our Half-Pound Wagyu Beef & Egg Burger.
CRAB CAKE RANCHEROS Maryland-style crab cake baked in a cast iron skillet with creole sauce, topped with fresh guacamole, tomatoes, cilantro and finished with chipotle aioli sauce, served with corn tortilla strips for dipping GREENS, EGG & HAM* oh what a slam, it’s crispy Brussels sprouts, sunny-side up egg, and ham
BRUNCH SEAFOOD JOHNNY CAKES & EGGS* seven savory corn-based mini pancakes blended with roasted shrimp and bay scallops, topped with two poached eggs and creole sauce, served with crispy Applewood bacon CRÈME BRÛLÉE FRENCH TOAST Grand Marnier and orange zest battered, served with fresh whipped cream, mint, fresh seasonal berries and Applewood bacon
NEW BRUNCH MENU SAMPLING STARTERS & SHARING BANG BANG SHRIMP®crispy shrimp, tossed in our signature creamy, spicy sauce THE CURE Old Bay seasoned fries layered with ooeygooey Mozzarella cheese sauce, roasted shrimp, “red gravy” and finished with crispy bacon and green onions SEASONAL AVOCADO TOAST fresh crushed avocado, roasted tomato and crumbled Feta cheese, drizzled with olive oil on top of a french baguette, served with freshly grilled lemon
EVERY DAY MENU SAMPLING STARTERS & SHARING BANG BANG SHRIMP® crispy shrimp, tossed in our signature creamy, spicy sauce MARYLAND-STYLE CRAB CAKES jumbo lump crab cakes with red rémoulade sauce PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND MUSSELS JOSEPHINE® tomatoes, red onion, garlic, basil and lemon wine sauce WAGYU BEEF & GINGER POTSTICKERS panseared with crispy onions and soy sauce CALAMARI flash-fried with peppers and sweet, spicy Asian sauce
SOUPS & GREENS CORN CHOWDER & LUMP CRAB with a hint of bacon cup BONEFISH HOUSE SALAD hearts of palm, Kalamata olives, tomatoes and citrus herb vinaigrette
BANG BANG SHRIMP® EGGS BENEDICT* crispy shrimp on a toasted English muffin with poached eggs, green onions and spicy Hollandaise sauce served with choice of one side FILET MIGNON & LOBSTER EGGS BENEDICT* one with filet mignon, one with sweet lobster on a toasted English muffin with poached eggs and Hollandaise sauce, served with choice of one side TRADITIONAL EGGS BENEDICT* smoked ham on a toasted English muffin with poached eggs and Hollandaise sauce, served with choice of one side OSCAR OMELET asparagus, crab, cheese, basil and lemon butter, served with toast and choice of one side
GRILLED FISH CHILEAN SEA BASS CARIBBEAN COBIA ATLANTIC SALMON* GEORGES BANK SCALLOPS & SHRIMP AHI TUNA STEAK* RAINBOW TROUT
SEAFOOD SPECIALTIES CRAB-CRUSTED COD garlic and crab crumb dusted, topped with lump crab, white wine lemon butter sauce DYNAMITE-STYLE SHRIMP wood-grilled shrimp topped with dynamite aioli and Feta cheese crumbles PECAN PARMESAN CRUSTED RAINBOW TROUT artichoke hearts, fresh basil and lemon butter COBIA PICCATA & SHRIMP sautéed golden brown, topped with grape tomatoes in a lemon caper butter sauce COD IMPERIAL stuffed with shrimp, scallops, crabmeat, Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses and lemon caper butter
CALIFORNIA OMELET Applewood bacon, Cheddar, caramelized onions, tomatoes and avocado, served with toast and choice of one side
LUNCH GRILLED SALMON* SUPERFOOD SALAD romaine and kale, ancient grains, Feta, avocado, pickled onions and sweet potato bites, tossed in our house vinaigrette, finished with a citrus aioli BANG BANG SHRIMP® TACOS three warm tortillas, our signature Bang Bang Shrimp®, greens, tomatoes, sour cream, served with french fries CARIBBEAN COBIA wood-grilled and served with chimichurri sauce or lemon butter and choice of two sides CHILEAN SEA BASS wood-grilled and served with chimichurri sauce or lemon butter and choice of two sides GEORGES BANK SCALLOPS & SHRIMP woodgrilled and served with chimichurri sauce or lemon butter and choice of two sides *These items are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs which may contain harmful bacteria may increase your risk of foodborne illness or death, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
DESSERTS MACADAMIA NUT BROWNIE flourless brownie, raspberry sauce, vanilla ice cream, sprinkled with macadamia nuts JEN’S JAMAICAN COCONUT PIE™ creamy coconut custard, Myers’s Rum sauce and fresh whipped cream COLD WATER LOBSTER TAILS 5-6 oz lobster tail, seasoned and steamed, served with warm drawn butter
FROM THE LAND FILET MIGNON* 6 oz USDA seasoned and wood-grilled BONE-IN RIBEYE STEAK* 18 oz steakhouse style SIRLOIN* & CRAB CAKE DINNER 6 oz center cut sirloin and a Maryland-style LILY’S CHICKEN® goat cheese, spinach, artichoke hearts and lemon basil sauce
HAND-HELDS & BOWLS COD FISH & CHIPS generous portion of crispy Cod, served with tartar, french fries and malt vinegar on the side BLACKENED BAJA FISH TACOS three warm tortillas, blackened Cod, mango salsa, shredded cabbage, lime crema, with french fries SHRIMP PAD THAI rice noodles, green onions, peanuts, egg and traditional Pad Thai sauce www.vipseenmag.com | october 2018
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FAST, CASUAL GOURMET BURGERS
BURSTING WITH FLAVOR Our signature 3 ounce patties are served in packs and include onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. Make it as unique as you! Choose from 3 buns, 5 sauces, 11 patties, and 9 toppings. *Menu items may vary. Please check with your local BurgerIM.
OWNERS QASIM & UZMA BAJWA
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HOME OF SWINE DINING SINCE 1971
THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN TAKE HOME OUR FAMOUS FLAVORS!
ORIGINAL
TEXAS BEST
A traditional sweet East Tennessee style sauce with a tomato base created by Tom Pratt decades ago. Our most popular sauce.
Cooked with red pepper flakes, it is the spiciest of our sauces and compliments the brisket very well.
CAROLINA GOLD
AWARD WINNING SIGNATURE
Our version of Maurice’s South Carolina favorite. Classic mustard base sauce kicked up a little.
A complex slightly spicy mustard based sauce favored by BBQ professionals at the NBBQ conference. Created by Jonathan Pratt.
AWARD WINNING TENNESSEE WHISKEY Tomato based sauce, thinner than most because we finish it with Jack Daniels.
KERNERSVILLE
A great sauce with a slight hint of vinegar.
MAYBE IT WAS MEMPHIS
A sweet ketchup based sauce, but thick and different from most sauces you have probably had.
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Bottle Sauces 12oz Bottle Sauces 16oz Six Pack Sauces Spi ce Rubs
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SMOKY COMBOS SKILLET O’OKRA
Skillet of seasoned breaded okra fried to a golden crisp.
BARN CHIPS AND DIP
Button mushrooms hand breaded and fried, served with our BBQ ranch or your choice of dipping sauce.
LOUIE’S SMOKED CHICKEN WANGS
Basket of freshly fried and house seasoned potato chips served with BBQ ranch dip.
Eight chicken wings smoked to perfection. Tossed in your choice of dipping sauce.
PIG STRAWS
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES
A pile of fried onion straws with a kick of southwest spice, served with a side of remoulade for dippin’
RACKS
HAND BREADED FRIED MUSHROOMS
Cut fresh to order, hand battered and fried green tomatoes. Served with a side of remoulade for dipping.
Our ribs are St. Louis cut, rubbed with our specially formulated rib rub before being smoked for over 4 hours with Tennessee hickory wood. A genuine smoked rib is not usually ‘fall off the bone’ tender like many chain restaurants sell. Our ribs have a true smoked flavor that does not come from boiling, baking or the use of any liquid smoke. They also have a pink smoke ring around the outside that penetrates into the meat. There is nothing artificial about our ribs. We hope you enjoy them!
HALF RACK
FULL RACK
Served with 2 standard sidekicks. Substitute a premium sidekick for $1.50 or a dinner salad for $2.50 extra. Also includes homemade cornbread muffins and or rolls.
BOSS HOG Half rack of ribs and a second meat of your choice – a full helping! Two sides of your choice. TP’S SENSATIONAL COMBO’S Choose from: • Fresh Pulled Pork • Beef Brisket • Pulled Smoked Turkey • Sliced Smoked Chicken • Honey Glazed Ham • Catfish Fingers A LITTLE HUNGRY. Choose any two A LOT HUNGRY. Choose any three
IF YOU CAN’T HANDLE THE HEAT, ORDER THE OUTRAGEOUS RIBS! NO WHINING ALLOWED!
Outrageous Ribs...Mild Smoked Blueberry Chipotle Ribs...Spicy Pineapple Orange Habanero Ribs...Hot
Smokeho use Sam miches
Served with one standard sidekick. Substitute a premium sidekick $1.50 or a dinner salad for $2.50 extra.
HIGH ON THE HOG PULLED PORK
BARBECUTIE TRIO
Slow smoked for 14 hours, hand pulled, and piled high on a warm, buttered, toasted bun.
Your choice of pulled pork, sliced smoked chicken, beef brisket, and pulled turkey. Served on a bed of onion straws.
TEXAS STYLE BEEF BRISKET
A fine tuned recipe from the Pit-Masters of Texas. Our brisket is smoked 12-15 hours and hand sliced fresh when you order it. Served on a warm, buttered, toasted bun.
SLICED SMOKED CHICKEN
Boneless chicken breast rubbed, smoked and sliced. Served with fresh pickles on a warm, toasted bun.
BARN PLATTERS
SHOWN HERE IS JUST A SMALL SAMPLING OF OUR INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS MENU. PLEASE VISIT WWW.PRATTSBBQ.COM TO VIEW OUR FULL MENU.
THE ORIGINAL PRATT’S BARN BURGER
Our special half pound burger, seasoned, and char-grilled to perfection and served on a warm, buttered, toasted bun. Max your burger out with pork or brisket $2.00 Add american cheese, smoked cheddar cheese or bacon $.50
Served with 2 standard sidekicks. Substitute a premium sidekick for $1.50 or a dinner salad for $2.50 extra. Also includes homemade cornbread muffins.
SIGNATURE HIGH ON THE HOG PLATTER....$11.99 Slow smoked for 14 hours, hand pulled, and piled high
TEXAS STYLE BEEF BRISKET......................$12.99 A fine tuned recipe from the Pit-Masters of Texas. Our brisket is smoked 12-15 hours and hand sliced fresh when you order it.
PRATT’S HONEY GLAZED HAM....................$11.99
A good portion of our famous honey glazed ham slices topped with a grilled pineapple ring.
BARN STYLE CATFISH..................................$13.99
Two imported catfish fillets either hand breaded and deep fried or Cajun blackened in a cast iron skillet with our special seasoning. This is Tom’s favorite!
MONDAY - CLOSED TUESDAY - THURSDAY 11AM - 8:30PM FRIDAY 11AM - 9:30PM SATURDAY 8:30AM - 9:30PM SUNDAY LUNCH 11AM - 3PM
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For a full menu visit www.santafenc.com
Appetizers
Burritos
Mixed Dishes
Smashed avocado with onions, cilantro and tomatoes
A large flour tortilla filled with grilled chicken or steak, grilled onions, beans, sour cream and cheese. Topped with melted cheese and mole sauce
Steak, chicken, shrimp, chorizo, onions, jalapeño toreado, queso fresco and charro beans served in a traditional Mexican stone bowl
GUACAMOLE DIP SEAFOOD DIP
Grilled shrimp and scallops mixed with melted cheese
CAROUSEL DIP
Choose three of your favorite dips: Guacamole Dip • Cheese Dip • Picaguaca Queso con Chorizo • Spinach Dip • Pico de Gallo • Bean Dip • Sour Cream
Lunch Specialties BURRITO DELUXE
Burrito filled with chicken and beans or ground beef and beans, topped with red sauce, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole and sour cream
SANTA FE BURRITO
Burrito filled with grilled chicken or steak, grilled onions, beans, cheese and sour cream. Topped with melted cheese and mole sauce
HUEVOS MEXICANOS
Two scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onions and peppers. Served with rice, beans and tortillas
Seafood
*CAMARONES A LA MEXICANA
Grilled shrimp cooked with three colors of bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and cilantro served with rice or beans, lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeño and tortillas
*BAJA FISH TACOS
Three soft tacos filled with crispy, battered tilapia, cabbage mix, pico de gallo, jalapeños and our homemade creamy chipotle sauce. Served with rice and beans
*SEAFOOD MIX CHIMICHANGA
Two flour tortillas, deep-fried and filled with shrimp, crab meat and nacho cheese. Rice or black beans, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes
BURRITO SANTA FE
BUENO BURRITO
A jumbo whole wheat tortilla filled with chicken, corn, black beans, spinach and tomatoes. Covered with melted cheese
MOLCAJETE
SINCRONIZADA
7 inch flour tortilla filled with ham, mozzarella cheese, pico de gallo, avocado slices, jalapeños and mayonnaise. Served with two hot wings
CASUELÓN
Quesadillas
QUESADILLA FAJITA
A large flour tortilla filled with cheese, grilled chicken or steak, bell peppers and onions
QUESADILLA AZTECA
Cheese quesadilla topped with delicious shredded chicken, cheese sauce and red sauce
QUESADILLA VEGETARIAN
A flour tortilla filled with cheese, grilled onions, tomatoes, spinach and mushrooms
Enchiladas
ENCHILADAS SUPREMAS
A combination of four enchiladas, beef, chicken, cheese and beans, topped with melted cheese, red sauce, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream
ENCHILADAS ROJAS
Three chicken enchiladas topped with mole sauce, cheese and drizzled with sour cream. Served with rice, beans and pico de gallo
ENCHILADAS BANDERAS
One steak, one grilled chicken and one shrimp enchilada, covered with red, green and cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream
Thin-sliced steak and chicken breast topped with Mexican sausage and grilled onions. Served with rice, beans, pico de gallo and tortillas
Fajitas
PINEAPPLE FAJITAS
Fresh pineapple half stuffed with choice of chicken or steak stir-fried with pineapple, red onions, bell peppers and tomatoes. Topped with mozzarella cheese, served with rice, beans, guacamole salad, sour cream and our tortillas.
FAJITAS RANCHERAS
Good combination of tender chicken, beef, Mexican chorizo and carnitas cooked with onions, peppers, tomatoes and chipotle avor. Served with rice, beans, pico de gallo, avocado slices and tortillas
FAJITAS DEL MAR
Grilled shrimp, scallops and a tilapia fillet with green and red peppers, zucchini, onions and broccoli
Platillos Auténticos Mexicanos BIRRIA
Spicy stew made from beef, served with rice, beans, pico de gallo, jalapeños and tortillas
POZOLE
A base of cooked hominy and pork in broth made with red sauce garnished with cabbage, onions, radishes and lime
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A Formal Apology I never thought I’d say this, but I suppose I should apologize. This kind of thing is hard for someone like me to admit. I’m a person who loves food. Someone who lives for their next meal – who thinks spray-cheese is a food group and Funyuns are vegetables. I’ve spent my life believing that no bake oatmeal cookies are the “breakfast of champions”. Hershey Kisses have been the first item on every grocery list I’ve made for over 20 years now. I get very depressed when I walk into a meeting and no one has provided donuts. I mean, I’m the girl who plans family vacations by restaurants we’re going to visit. Seriously, we don’t go on vacations, we go on multi-state food tours. Our family bucket list is basically just a list of places we want to eat. And I’ve always been okay with that. Why? Because I know that nobody likes people who don’t love food. Food lovers are the most fun people on the planet. People who love to eat are always the life of every party. Nobody invites vegans to parties, because when push comes to shove, people don’t want to have to accommodate special diets or hear about how “meat is murder”. Also, they’re afraid the pasty skin and fear of meat will scare off their fun friends. I’ve never been one of those girls who was embarrassed to eat. Well, except that one time, a few years back, my doctor put me on steroids and I was beyond obsessed with what to eat next. Every day for 2 weeks, I would drop the kids off at school and drive through McDonalds for a frappe, then head to Pal’s for some cheddar rounds, and finish my breakfast with a stop at Bojangles for a Boberry biscuit (because every good meal needs dessert, right?)
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By around 11 am, I would call Pizza Hut and order a medium, thin crust, black olive, onion, and jalapeno pizza. I’d eat the whole thing by myself because I didn’t want leftovers as evidence that I had actually eaten “almost” a whole pizza. When it was time to go get the kids, I’d stop for a milkshake and fries. Then when dinner rolled around, well, you get my point – steroids make a girl hungry and I used to be a girl who ate anything and everything without shame or worry. That was then. This is now. And now sucks. I’ve always been the person who made fun of people who ate gluten free, sugar free, soy free, dairy free, paleo, keto, etc. But now, here I am with a stupid ‘gluten sensitivity’. Suddenly, I find myself on a gluten free, sugar free, taste free, fun free diet…and I’ll be the first to admit, I’m constantly griping about it. That’s why I find this so difficult, but I feel the need to get this off my chest so we can all move on. I’m sorry for all the mean things I’ve said to and about you “special diet” people. I’m sorry for calling some of you ‘lettuce lickers’, “veg-ginas”, and “weedeaters”. I know, I know, I am the one who always asks the question: “Did you know you can go on an organic, gluten-free diet and not tell everyone?” I know I’ve said repeatedly that vegans and vegetarians really don’t love animals or they wouldn’t eat all their food. I know. I’ve been mean and I’m sorry. Kind of. Don’t get me wrong; it’s still super annoying when people start talking about what they eat and what they don’t, because I believe most people don’t care. I also still believe that the only reason diets work is because when you eat diet food, you eventually lose the will to eat. But I understand it now. Not because I want to, but because my leaky gut says I have to. I’m more sympathetic to the plight of “special diet” people now, because I understand why they constantly talk about what they eat and what they don’t. It’s because being on a “special diet” is devastatingly depressing and it’s human nature to talk to others about our problems. And believe me, not being able to eat rolls or free pie on Wednesdays at O’Charley’s is a serious problem. Anyone who says you can’t be happy and sad at the same time has never eaten all the gluten free cookies in one setting. So, I’m sorry for being so mean before. I see why “special diet” people are so emotional. I get it now. It stinks, but I get it.
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BLOUNTVILLE CHATEAU SELAH
BARRY AND ALICESON BALES
STACIE TORBETT, LAURA GARRETT, AND ANGIE GREEN
NATASHA GOUGE, BRITTNEY TERRY, AND NICOLE MILLER
2nd Annual Families Free Fundraiser PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
A stunning sunset, amazing views, heartfelt stories, and joyful music is the perfect way to describe the 2nd Annual Families Free Fundraiser. The August 23rd event was held at Chateau Selah. It could not have been more perfect as milder heat and a soft wind sent the trees rustling and the bright yellow and orange sunset made the vista look like a painted picture. Guests were able to find the perfect spot for taking a photo, catching up with old friends, or meeting three amazing women that were there to tell their stories of hope and redemption. Emcee Kevin Wilson and Families Free Director Lisa Tipton welcomed the various guests that have all supported this amazing mission carried on by Families Free; a faith-based nonprofit that offers mental and health and substance abuse treatment to women to at risk women to build a stronger community.
NICOLE AND GREG MILLER
SAM WHITE AND TIM RINGLEY
After a delicious meal by Divine Catering, Wilson announced Grammy winning musician Barry Bales and Friends. Bales is a Kingsport Native, ETSU Alumnus, and is best known for playing bass with Union Station, the band of Bluegrass phenom Allison Krauss, and on this night, Krauss was one of those “friends” playing for the event. After some soulful Christian ballads, Bales and Krauss joined the audience as three very special women came forward to tell their stories of success with the help of Families Free. Ashley, Aly, and Sunday gave a very forthcoming account of what led them down the path of addiction and the nightmares they endured before finding help and respite from Families Free. The change from who they were to the lovely ladies they are today was a source of pride from both the organization and for the young ladies themselves. Anyone wishing more information on the program of Families Free or their mission they can be found at www.familiesfree.com.
JONATHAN AND DAWN TIPTON
U.S. REPRESENTATIVE DR. PHIL ROE AND WIFE CLARINDA
KIM WHEELER, KATE HARDEN, AND GINA HAWKINS
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LISA TIPTON (CENTER) WITH DAWN TIPTON AND ALEXIS TIPTON
TN STATE REP. TIMOTHY HILL AND NEWLY ELECTED SULLIVAN COUNTY SHERIFF JEFF CASSIDY
KEVIN WILSON, EMCEE
THE BAND FOCUSED ON FAITH WITH THEIR MUSICAL SELECTIONS
KAREN AND JOHN SPEROPULOS
LORI AND MIKE HILL
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JONESBOROUGH BLACKTHORN CLUB AT THE RIDGES
KAREN JONES, HANNAH SICK, SHIRLEY STONER (CASA BOARD SECRETARY), AND MELANIE FEATHERS
ADAM SAYERS AND JENNIFER FILLIINGER
CASA FOR KIDS SIGNAGE
4th Annual Golf Par-Tee PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY LOGAN ADDINGTON
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Northeast Tennessee hosted its 4th Annual Golf Par-Tee, sponsored by Summers-Taylor, on Sunday, August 19th at the Blackthorn Club in Jonesborough. The event featured music, complimentary drinks and heavy hors d’oeuvres, a putting contest sponsored by A.O. Smith, a silent auction, and a “Golf Ball Drop”. This event served as a prelude to CASA’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament held on August 20th. The “Golf Ball Drop” portion of the event allowed ticketholders a unique chance to win a $2,000 cash prize. A helicopter was used to drop golf balls from above a putting green. Whichever ticketholder ’s ball landed closest to the hole was the winner of the cash prize. Board members, sponsors, families, and friends came out to help raise money for CASA, learn more about the organization, and spent time together at a fabulous event.
KEDDRAIN BOWEN, LESLEY BOWEN, VALERIE HENDRIX (CASA BOARD PRESIDENT), AND JUDITH HAMMOND (CASA TREASURER)
CASA’s mission is to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children in the juvenile court system. They believe that every child is entitled to a safe and stable home. CASA uses trained volunteers to act as the child’s voice to ensure that their needs are identified and addressed. For more information about this event, please contact Whitney McLaughlin at mclaughlin@casanetn.org. To learn more about CASA of Northeast Tennessee, please visit: casanetn.org
WHITNEY MCLAUGHLIN (EVENT ORGANIZER), CARLA PETERSON, AND BROOKE STORY
SEAN OWENS AND DYLAN LANE
GARY, GRACE, AND OLIVE BROADBENT
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TAILGATE BASKET RAFFLE
BLACKTHORN GOLD COURSE
RANDY SHARROW AND DAN BRAGG
SILENT AUCTION
MATT GREENE AND JESSICA OWENS
GOLF TOURNAMENT PUTTING PRIZE
GOLF BALL DROP FROM HELICOPTER
VERA BARTRA, WILLIAM BARTRA, JB HUNT, AND KIKI HUNT
SHANE AND HANNAH WILCOX WITH JENNIFER AND CLINT ESTEP
LEAANNE LEDFORD, JIM GRIFFIN, RYAN MCKINNEY, AND SARAH MCKINNEY
EVENT ATTENDEES ANTICIPATING GOLF BALL DROP
WINNING GOLF BALL
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KINGSPORT HOLSTON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
THE PAPERS FILLING THE WALLS ARE PICTURES OF ALL THOSE WHO WE LOST DURING THE TRAGEDY OF 9/11
THE KINGSPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT TRUCK AND BUS
REPRESENTATIVES OF MANY DIFFERENT FIRE DEPARTMENTS COMING TOGETHER FOR ONE AMAZING CAUSE
2018 Tri-Cities 9/11
Memorial Stair Climb
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY KELSEY COLLINS
CLIMBERS PUSHING THEMSELVES UP THE MANY FLIGHTS OF STAIRS
THE TOP LEVEL OF THE STAIR CLIMB: LUCKILY AIR CONDITIONED!
The onslaught of rain didn’t stop those participating in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb from trudging up 110 floors, many in full gear, and everyone carrying the name of a fallen hero that died saving others during the 9/11 tragedy of 2001. Individuals battled their way up the 110 flights of stairs at the Kingsport Holston Valley Medical Center on Sunday, September 9th, 2018. As the climbers finished, they rang a firehouse bell, and announced the name of the individual, or individuals they were climbing for: many tears were shed, and hugs were given all around. This event raised money for the FDNY CSU (Fire Department of New York Counseling Service Unit) and helps cover the costs for FDNY families to attend Memorial Weekend and the programs provided by the NFFF to support the families of our nation’s fallen firefighters (Courtesy of the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Facebook Page). The Tri-Cities Stair Climb Committee and Holston Valley staff did a phenomenal job of organizing the event and making ever yone feel welcome and inspired. This event is meant to bring awareness to those who are still feeling the devastating blows 9/11 brought, and to help us remember that there are many who have sacrificed ever ything. For more information on the event, and to register for future events, go to the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Facebook page: Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.
FIREFIGHTING CREW WALKING DOWN TO START THEIR NEXT LAP UP THE STAIR CLIMB
CALEB SICK, OF THE KINGSPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT, FINISHES HIS 110 FLOOR STAIR CLIMB FIRST
GRABBING COLD TOWELS AND COLD WATER FOR A TOUGH CLIMB
For more information on helping local units or to donate, contact your local fire department, and keep a look out for mailers in your mailbox, any help is always appreciated.
THE AMERICAN FLAG, PROUDLY DISPLAYED FOR THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES
ANDREA CARTER AND MELANIE YOUNG, RETURNING CLIMBERS FROM LAST YEAR’S EVENT
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JOHNSON CITY MALL AT JOHNSON CITY
CADE HUSKINS, KRISTEN CAMPBELL, AND CHRIS LANZON
GARY MABREY, HUDSON, AND HAYLEY DIETRICH
Steam Bus Ribbon Cutting
CHRIS BOWEN AND AMY FORD
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
Johnson City Schools wants you to get on board the bus, the STEAM bus, a mobile module unit that will allow for STEM education to be brought to every city school. The Johnson City Public Schools Foundation invited the public to come look at the innovative laboratory on wheels at the ribbon cutting held in August 23, 2018 at the Mall at Johnson City. The project was a year in the making from the time that Dr. David Timbs approached the foundation with the idea until the unveiling. Timbs had heard about a similar mobile unit and took inspiration from Johnson City ’s book bus. That way they could be mobile in bringing the education to the students, wherever they are located.
PEGGY VOITLEIN AND KELLY ROBERTS (JOHNSON CITY MALL MANAGER)
OWEN LEWIS, TOWNE ACRES STUDENT, HELPED CUT THE RIBBON
KATHY HALL AND JOE BARNES
MARIA ELROD, BUS ASSISTANT, SHOWS STUDENTS A BUS ACTIVITY
The teachers didn’t forget about including older students in this project, so students were utilized in planning the interior and exterior design, as well as giving input on what kinds of activities should be on the bus. JCPSF President Amy Stover says children will have a variety of learning options, “The bus will spend several weeks at each of the eight elementary schools so that every 3rd and 4th grade student has the chance to experience the many learning modules available. We couldn’t have done this without so many great sponsors stepping in to help with this great project.” Anyone wishing to have more information on the STEAM bus can contact the Johnson City Public Schools Foundation at foundation@jcschools.org.
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THE STEAM BUS HAS SEVERAL STEM ACTIVITY CENTERS FOR CHILDREN TO ENJOY
SHHS STUDENTS PICTURED DESIGNED THE BUS EXTERIOR
NATALIE AND JENNY REED
ANGELA LEWIS AND MELISSA PREUDHOMME
ANITA SUTHERLAND AND KAREN SEAVER
VICE-MAYOR JENNY BROCK SPOKE AT THE RIBBON-CUTTING
ISABELLE, JORDAN, AND AMANDA BLACKBURN
DR. DAVID TIMBS HAD THE IDEA FOR STEAM BUS. HE IS PICTURED WITH PEGGY VOITLEIN
THERE WERE BOUNCE HOUSES ON HAND FOR THE CHILDREN
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BRISTOL BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE MOUNTAIN EMPIRE
CHRISY AND JOSHUA STATZER
MATTIE GOUGE AND TYLER WHITE
STAN HICKSON, JERRY KIRK, AND GENE COUCH
Australian Dress Down Under 2018 PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY ERIC DONAHUE
G’day Mates! On August 25th, the Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire hosted the 3rd Annual Australian Dress Down Under to benefit the kids. “Blokes and sheilas” from all over the region gathered for an amazing night of friends, laughter, food, beer, music and a live auction. Outback Steak House was the premier food sponsor serving their steak bites and chicken bites “on the Barbie.” Quaker Steak & Lube provided “Bloody good” pretzels, beer cheese and salads. To top it all off, Blackbird Bakery provide their amazing “Lollies!” Additionally, Bristol Taproom and Studio Brew was there with the best of their “Frothy ” beverages. There was a live and silent auction items with the highlight of the evening being the traditional auctioning of an Australian Shep-herd puppy named “Brisbee.” If you missed it this year, no worries mate… you can make plans to attend next year.
JOHN ROCK AND BRISBEE
JUDY COUCH AND ALICE-LYLE HICKSON
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mountain Empire consist of five separate units that accommodate five different school systems in our area. They empower children ages 5-18, from all backgrounds to develop the qualities to reach their full potential as productive, responsible citizens. Unit locations provide a safe environment, caring adult mentors and a place for youth to develop lasting friendships. The three areas of focus are Academic Success, Good Character and Leadership, and Healthy Lifestyles. This is accomplished by the implementation primary programs designed to drive positive outcomes for youth and reinforce necessary life skills. Visit www.boysgirlsclubme.org for more information.
TOMMIE AND SHARON
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JESSE AND AMANDA ENGLISH
“COLDIES” WITH MATES
BRISBEE IS VERY CONTENT WHILE WAITING TO BE ADOPTED!
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L.O.V.E. is a community of women, who through shared testimonies, fellowship, and mentoring help women develop coping skills, strip away shame, feel safe and blossom into the women God designed us to be. L.O.V.E. has the environment of confidentiality and anonymity. These are essential to the success of the group. WE ARE NOT A 12-STEP PROGRAM. WE ARE NOT THERAPISTS. L.O.V.E. IS NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL HELP. L.O.V.E. IS A WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUP THAT FOCUSSES ON THE PRESENT AND FUTURE. OUR PAST DOES NOT DEFINE US. L.O.V.E. IS DESIGNED AND STAFFED BY WOMEN WHO WERE ABUSED AND WANT TO SEE ALL WOMEN THRIVE. L.O.V.E. IS INCLUSIVE. ABUSE IS ABUSE. L.O.V.E. IS WELCOMING, ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF THEIR FAITH OR LACK OF IT, AND THAT GOD IS AT WORK IN ALL OF US. L.O.V.E. IS AVAILABLE TO WOMEN 16 AND OLDER. L.O.V.E. IS ALWAYS FREE. WE CHARGE NO DUES. L.O.V.E. meets every Saturday at 9 am at The Prospect Center which is located near Mafair UMC in downtown Kingsport, TN.
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ABINGDON GLENROCHIE COUNTRY CLUB
EMILEE AND BOBBY HURD SR.
JASON ABEL AND JEFF CULLOP
JOE MCCALL, MARK MCCLANAHAN, AND JOHN JESSEE
Bobby Lee Hurd Jr.
Memorial Golf Tournament PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
The Boys and Girls club of the Mountain Empire are always the big winners of the 6th Annual Bobby Lee Hurd, Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament. The event was held at the Glenrochie Country Club in Abingdon on August 10, 2018. The Hurd Memorial is a little different since it holds surprises at every hole, and the score is not always the predictor of the awards winner. After some early morning coffee and pastries, the fog and light rain cleared, the sun emerged, and the golfers headed out.
DICK COLLINS (DIRECTOR OF BGCME) AND JESSICA ROSE
MARK MCCLANAHAN PRACTICES HIS PUTTING
Golfers finished their rounds and were treated to a catered lunch inside the club and a chance to shop the Titleist tent, which held a $50 credit for each golfer. Lopez Wealth Management Group wanted to do something to benefit the community and the Hurd family was looking for a way to honor the memory of their son, Bobby Lee Hurd Jr. who died tragically at a young age. They partnered to start this golf tournament which has raised over $100,000.00 in the past 6 years to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Mountain Empire. Boys and Girls Club of the Mountain Empire says funding from this and other fundraisers helped provide 800 children with hot meals every day. Tournament Director Wade Lopez says this is why he wanted to give back to the club. “It’s hard for kids today with both parents working and this provides a place to go and get a healthy meal, mentoring, and help with homework.” Anyone wishing to find out more information about Boys and Girls Club of the Mountain Empire is encouraged to please contact boysgirlsclubme.org.
JUSTIN LOPEZ AND TRAVIS RICHARDS
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CATHY AND ETHAN MILLER
DEBBIE BROWN (LOPEZ) WORKS ALONGSIDE ELAINE ROCK (BGCME)
SHEILA LOPEZ AND NANCY STARNES
NIGHT OF HOPE AND MIRACLES Join us as Ballad Health Foundation kicks off the holiday season by combining two of our favorite events — the Night of Holiday Miracles and Spirit Gala — to create a festive evening of holiday fun and joy. For one special night, MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center will transform into a picturesque Christmas village. Throughout the evening, with music in the air, you and your friends can stroll among tasting stations that feature seasonal drink specials and selections of food pairings. You’ll also enjoy a sprawling auction marketplace, unique entertainment and a wholly festive atmosphere. Proceeds from the Night of Hope and Miracles will benefit Niswonger Children’s Hospital, giving local babies and children access to lifesaving treatment, care and technology, as well as support and partnerships for healthy lives — and brighter futures.
Night of Hope and Miracles Friday, Nov. 30 • 6:30 p.m. MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center Buy your tickets today for the event of the season! Tickets: $125
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MOSHEIM LONG VIEW RANCH
COCHLEAR IMPLANTS AND HEARING DEVICES
PATRICE SPILLANE AND JONATHAN MOSHER
HAYLIE AND JOSH OGLE
Camp H.E.A.R. PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY ERIC DONAHUE
On September 8th, 9th, and 10th, WAITING TO HEAR hosted Camp H.E.A.R. This camp is a one of its kind retreat designed specifically for children with hearing loss and their families. The entire family was invited to attend and spend the weekend at Long View ranch in beautiful Mosheim, TN. The entire weekend was offered at NO COST thanks to a grant from the Bristol Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities! MEGAN STALLARD ASSISTS A CHILD WITH THEIR PROJECT
“GATORHEAD” BY MASON
Children participated in traditional summer camp activities like fishing, horseback riding, and nighttime campfires. Parents attended a free optional IEP workshop presented by TN STEP to learn about dealing with challenges that hard of hearing children face in the school system. Representatives from Cochlear Americas, Advanced Bionics, Med-El, and Oticon were on hand to answer questions about new features and technology available to cochlear implant recipients. The camp was staffed with volunteers familiar with hearing technology. Waiting to Hear has several fundraisers throughout the year that are always super fun to go to and support this worthy cause. The next planned fundraiser for this years is the BIONIC DUCK DERBY to be held on October 13th. Don’t miss it! For more information please visit www.waitingtohear.org
SHANNON BALL, LARRY BREWER, AND LISA BARE
ARTS AND CRAFTS
MEGAN STURM AND SHERRY BALL
FUN ON THE WATERSLIDE
SHANNON BALL
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BRISTOL FRIENDSHIP INDIAN MOTORCYCLES
AARON AND LORI BROWN
ANNA AND DAN SIMERLY
JACK BREWER, MICK MARSHALL, AND JOHN PAPANTONIOU
Inaugural Susan G. Komen®
East TN Benefit Ride PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY HALEY WHITE
It was a perfect day for a ride on Saturday morning, August 25. Friendship Motorsports invited bikers to their Indian Motorcycles dealership to support Susan G. Komen East TN. Participants donated $25 per bike. The ride began at Indian Motorcycles, took a scenic route through Nicklesville, Virginia and ended at Quaker Steak and Lube on State Street in downtown Bristol. Over 25 bikes participated in this inaugural benefit ride.
KEN AND JAN BENOIT
ANTHONY BOOHER AND MARCY BECKER
JIM AND CARROL MCGRATH
DENNIS AND KAREN MILHORN
Komen East TN is the local source for funding breast cancer detection, support and educational awareness in its 24-county service area. Plus, 75% of all of the funds raised by the affiliate stay in our service area to fund breast health programs for women who would not otherwise have access to screening and patient assistance. The funds Komen East TN grants to community programs in our service area have made a positive difference in the lives of those living with this deadly disease. Through its 2018-2019 community grants, Komen East TN is investing $264,064 in screening, diagnosis, and patient assistance services for patients living our 24-county services area. Since it was founded in 1997, Komen East TN has invested more than $10.3 million in local breast health agencies and organizations. To learn more visit www.komeneasttennessee.org.
BILLY INMAN AND AMANDA KELLER
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LORI BROWN, KOMEN EAST TN AND DEE DEE BOOHER, FRIENDSHIP MOTORSPORTS
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JOHNSON CITY ADVANCED MEDICINE AND AESTHETICS
KIM AND MIKE ADLER WITH CHRISTIE GOTT
SUSAN HARTLEY AND AMBER POOLE
KATHIE SCALF AND ASHTON KYKER
Ladies Night Out PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY MATTHEW PENIX
With a myriad of beautiful, beaming women streaming in and out of the doors of Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics in Johnson City this past month, Brooke Bentley, FNP smiled. The packed house at her “Ladies Night Out” celebration of empowerment was a success. Empowerment is exactly why she launched Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics eight years ago. “Empowerment is key. When you look good, you feel good. And when you feel good, well, watch out. An empowered woman can do amazing things,” said Bentley, one of only 120 or so people in the country certified as a national Allergan trainer in cosmetic injections. “From a young age I knew I wanted to help others. I guess I always knew. I found that I really developed a talent in the field of cosmetic injections. And while it might be the smallest thing a person can do for themselves, that smallest thing is often the biggest thing.”
TONI HOBBS AND STEPHANIE FORD
Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics’ “Ladies Night Out” has become an increasing popular bi-yearly, open house event that attracts long-time and loyal clients, as well as new attendees, eager to learn more about Brooke Bentley FNP, and her well-known medical practice. Bentley and her team of staff welcomed the ladies with a spread of delicious hors d’oeuvres and pastries, as well as a selection of red and white wines. Door prizes and the popular raffle gift baskets were on display, while vendor representatives and knowledgeable staff members mingled with the attendees, answering any questions about the services and products that Brooke Bentley offers at Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics. Stephanie Ford and her friend Toni Hobbs, both of Kingsport, were all smiles. They’ve been long time clients who refuse to go anywhere else for their aesthetics needs.
JANET YATES AND MICHAELA GILSTRAP
PAIGE AND MATT SUMMERS
KIMBERLY EMMERT AND JENNIFER COOK
“I wouldn’t let anybody else do this work for me,” Hobbs said. The last injector I went to had shaky hands. You can’t have shaky hands in this business.” Ford nearly interrupted. “Totally agree”, she said. “You come here because you know what you’re getting. Other places not so much.” Kathie Scalf from Elizabethton is also a loyal client. She’s been coming to Advanced Medicine and Aesthetics for five years. “I come here for a new face,” Scalf said laughing. “But no, seriously, I started coming here and I loved it. They treat me like family. I had inconsistent results with the last injector I went to. Yea, that’s kind of a deal breaker. I trust Brooke completely though.” Ashton Kyker, has been a patient at Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics since she came to “Ladies Night Out” a few years ago. “I enjoy spending time outdoors, so I take my skincare very seriously,” Kyker said. “I don’t trust many people with my face, but I am completely confident in the skill level and patient care here. I appreciate that when I come to Advanced Medicine & Aesthetics, I know that I am getting the best treatment in the area.” 48
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ERIKA KNIGHT, CHRIS KINSER, JENNIFER COOK, (OWNER) BROOKE BENTLEY, CHER TAYLOR, SELENA PAYNE, JADE HERNDON, AND CHARITY ADDINGTON
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A SPECIAL AWARD FOR BAKER CONSTRUCTION
DAKOTA LOVE, BEN EZELL, BRITTNEY EZELL (ETSU HEAD WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH AND SPECIAL GUEST), AND VOICE OF THE BUCS JAY SANDOS
21st Annual Speedway Children’s
Charities Golf Tournament PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
The 21st Annual Speedway Children’s Charities Golf Tournament is a fantastic way to kickoff race week in the region. The event was held just down the road from Bristol Motor Speedway at Tri-Cities Golf Club on August 13, 2018. Long-time supporter, Baker Construction Service, once again sponsored the event. Baker received a very special “Thank You” card in the form of a photo of the many children they have helped through SCC. Claudia Byrd, with Speedway Children’s Charities, had a special guest golfer: ETSU Women’s Head Basketball Coach Brittney Ezell. Ezell welcomed and thanked the crowd for coming and talked about the importance of SCC.
CLAUDIA BYRD AND BRITTNEY EZELL WELCOME THE GOLFERS
STUART OAKES AND WES BURLESON
Speedway Children’s Charities was founded in 1996 and has distributed more than $13 million dollars to qualified children’s charities.
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TREY NELSON, JEFF BOOHER, AND JAY FISHER
THE SPEEDWAY CHILDREN’S CHARITIES GANG THAT WORKED HARD TO PUT ON THE TOURNAMENT.
COREY WEBB, JEREMY WRIGHT, MATT EVANS, AND ROBERT WILLIAMS
COLT AND TIM BURCHFIELD, DEREK HARDEN, AND PHIL ZAHN
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BRIAN BISHOP AND RAY BELL
JEFF BOOHER, EARL BUCHANAN, REED BOOHER, AND TREY NELSON
RHONDA HELMS AND MISTY HAWK
DON CAMPBELL
SCC HAS THESE SPECIALS CUPS FOR THE GOLFERS IN THE TOURNAMENT
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JOHNSON CITY HOLIDAY INN
JAN JACOBSON, EVENT DIRECTOR
RICK AND BETH KELLER
SHELLY SPANN AND KELLY GRIEB
Coalition For Kids Hosts
Community Tailgate Party
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY HALEY WHITE
On August 30, Coalition For Kids hosted a community tailgate event at the Holiday Inn in Johnson City in an effort to raise money and awareness for their program; as well as give football fans another excuse to support their favorite team! Whether it was ETSU, University of Tennessee, or house divided; guests sported their teams’ colors and shared a common goal of helping children in need. Attendees were able to purchase tickets to be entered into the $10,000 reverse raffle. The event also featured a cookout, silent auction and games. The event was emceed by Jose Castillo.
CHIP AND BETH BACKUS
JORDAN YOUNG AND GEORDYN HOUSTON
Coalition For Kids is a non-profit organization with a mission to help children in need. Here they find a Safe Place, with professional tutors and a staff of volunteers. Their programs provide after school mentoring and evening programs that serves a hot meal, special activities and a safe environment and guidance to the young lives in our community. To learn more visit www.coalitionforkids.org
MIKE AND STEPHANIE COOTER
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AARON AND KELLY COX WITH AMY FOLCK
NICK BERG AND JIMMY ORTON
SARAH AND RYAN OAKS
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ANDY DIETRICH AND TIFFANY GOFORTH
JERRY CALDWELL AND STEVE SMITH
NEAL OSBORNE, RANDY EADS, AND MAYOR KEVIN MUMPOWER
Bristol State of Cities Address PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
Local business people, members of both city council’s, state legislators from Tennessee and Virginia, along with Congressman Morgan Griffith from Virginia’s 9th District and Congressman Phil Roe from the 1st District of Tennessee were on hand at the Bristol Train Station on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 for the 6th Annual State of the Cities luncheon hosted by the Bristol Chamber of Commerce. The sold-out event celebrated the accomplishments of the past, talked about the current issues, and looked forward to the future. Bristol Tennessee Mayor Margaret Feierabend and Bristol Virginia Mayor Kevin Mumpower were the featured speakers at the event, which was sponsored by Bristol Tennessee Essential Services and Food City.
JOHN JETER AND DR. GENE COUCH
CATHERINE BRILLHART AND SID OAKLEY
Steve Smith, President and CEO of Food City, opened the luncheon with a discussion of the centennial celebration of the locally owned store. Smith touted the store’s growth, celebrated their many years of sponsorship with Bristol Motor Speedway, and explored future growth in the coming years. Dr. Michael Browder, CEO of Bristol Tennessee Essential Services, discussed the utility being honored with the prestigious 2017 Malcolm Baldridge Award recognizing exemplary practices among American businesses. Bristol Chamber Board of Directors Chair and Bristol Motor Speedway General Manager Jerry Caldwell announced a new initiative that allows race fans to exchange their tickets to another venue in the event of weather. Caldwell introduced a video developed by both cities titled “Forever Together” outlining the twin cities vision while celebrating shared successes. Bristol Virginia Mayor Kevin Mumpower used a “Go Big or Go Home” slogan to illustrate Bristol Virginia’s commitment to overcome its recent fiscal challenges, but with the dedicated staff now in place at city hall Bristol, Virginia is on solid ground and ready to focus on economic development. Bristol Tennessee Mayor Margaret Feierabend said her city has had many accomplishments in the past year, with most of the rewards a result of partnerships with public and private entities. Some of those accomplishments include the announcement of a new hotel for the area, the success of “Believe in Bristol” to help downtown flourish, and impressive results and revenue brought in by The Pinnacle retail development
TRACEY EDWARDS, ROB CHILDRESS, AND BILL DARDEN
Mayor Feierabend discussed working together with the city’s Virginia counterparts has been encouraging for both sides of the border. Feierabend touted the importance of the convention and visitor’s bureau, Discover Bristol. Feierabend noted “Discover Bristol’s partnership promoting tourism continues to be a strength for both economic development and for the identity and pride we feel for our community. We must support this aspect of our economy and community.” For more information on the two Bristol cities go to the chamber of commerce at www.bristolchamber.com.
TOM ANDERSON, MARK COFER, AND KRISTIE HELMS
DIANE STAUBUS, AMANDA SHELL, AND JANE SULLIVAN
JERRY CALDWELL, MAYOR KEVIN MUMPOWER, MAYOR MARGARET FEIERABEND, AND BETH RHINEHART
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KINGSPORT ALLANDALE MANSION
ZAYLIE
BOBBIE BRYJA, BRANDY POWELL, AND SADIE MOORE
FRIENDS Barn Dance PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY HALEY WHITE
On August 24, FRIENDS-Down Syndrome support group of the Tri-Cities and Southwest Virginia hosted the fourth annual Barn Dance at Allandale Mansion. Friends of all ages were welcomed to come enjoy a fun night with great food and entertainment provided by The Bearded band out of Knoxville, Tennessee. Guests sported their best western getup such as cowboy boots, hats, and overalls. Family photos started at 5 p.m. and the event began at 6 p.m. The vision of FRIENDS is to enhance the quality of life for people with Down Syndrome by promoting their mission to provide members group support and to promote community understanding about people affected by Down Syndrome.
TENNESSEE, HOUSTON, VERNA VANCE, AND ANNALEE HUSKINS
To learn more visit www.dsfriends.net or follow FRIENDS on Facebook.
TAMMY AND JOSHUA BLEDSOE
COLLIE FAMILY
CHARLES, SONYA, AND CHAD
REBECCA AND HENRIK KOUVAS
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BENNETT FAMILY
ALLISON EVENT COORDINATOR, TJ, VADIN, AND GUTHRIE
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LISA WILKERSON AND ROBIN WILLIAMS
MANDY REED AND DERINDA LARKIN, SIGNATURE PROPERTIES
Business After Hours: JC Symphony PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SARA BURGESS
Various businesses were invited to attend Business After Hours at The Johnson City Symphony Orchestra. The event took place from 5:30pm to 7:00pm and was located in The Shoppes at Peerless Center in Johnson City. Everyone who visited was welcomed to an evening of drinks and networking. Upon arrival, everyone was offered a variety of beverages provided by Parkway Discount Wine and Liquor. Although it was a small office space, visitors felt very comfortable occupying one of the several seats surrounding the snack table and chatting with friends and coworkers. Shrimp, Pico de Gallo, cookies, and other delectable treats were available for all to enjoy. Nearly 50 years ago, patrons of the arts began raising funds for the brand new Johnson City Symphony Orchestra. JCSO began with about 28 members and has grown into a 70 piece orchestra. Today, JCSO has achieved recognition for its sustainment of the arts in Northeast Tennessee. The Johnson City Symphony Orchestra’s mission is to provide and promote excellent symphonic music to our region with a quality orchestra that enriches, educates and entertains an expanding and diverse audience. For more information, please go to www.jcsymphony.com.
JONATHAN CANTLEY AND BOB COOK
JOE AND ASHLEY JOHNSON
LISA WILKERSON, JCSO GENERAL MANAGER
BRENDA GREEN, LAUREN POE, AND VICKIE HUNGATE
4th Annual Tri-Cities
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October 27th, 2018 7:00-11:00 pm • Carnegie Hotel 1216 W. State of Franklin Rd, Johnson City
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ATWORK PERSONNEL SERVICE
EASTMAN
Healthy Kingsport Platinum
Partner Recognition PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERICA SEALS | STORY BY ALLISON GALLOWAY
Healthy Kingsport held a recognition ceremony that included a declaration from the City of Kingsport Board of Mayor and Alderman (BMA), making the week of August 6 – 10 Healthy Kingsport Platinum Partner and Platinum Partner Plus Week. Mayor John Clark was joined by representatives from the Platinum Partner and Platinum Partner Plus organizations on Tuesday, August 7 for the official reading and instatement of the proclamation. Healthy Kingsport also recognized and rewarded the achievements of these 30 organizations. Healthy Kingsport created the Platinum Partner designation to encourage local organizations to not only engage, but be recognized champions of health and wellness through the highest level of engagement in our organization’s key, strategic initiatives. Taking a Live Sugarfreed pledge at either the gold or silver level, becoming a Certified Healthier Tennessee Workplace or Place of Worship, and having a tobacco-free campus or designated smoking areas with associated Healthy Kingsport signage all help to earn organizations this important identifier. CITY OF KINGSPORT
To date, Healthy Kingsport has encouraged and supported 30 organizations, representing thousands of employees and members, in reaching this critical engagement level. Platinum Partners:
FOOD CITY
1. Abingdon Olive Oil Company 2. Alzheimer ’s Association of Northeast Tennessee 3. AtWork Personnel Services 4. BAE Systems 5. Ballad Health 6. Bank of Tennessee 7. Bell Helicopter 8. Central Baptist Church 9. City of Kingsport 10. Cumberland Marketing 11. Domtar 12. Downtown Kingsport Association 13. Eastman 14. Eastman Credit Union 15. Flight Athletic Academy 16. Food City 17. Great Body Company 18. Greater Kingsport Family YMCA 19. Healthy Kingsport 20. Kingsport Chamber 21. Kingsport City Schools 22. Kingsport Housing and Redevelopment Authority 23. Office Planning Group 24. Shiloh Baptist Church 25. St. Dominic Catholic Church 26. STREAMWORKS 27. Sullivan County Regional Health Department 28. Susan G. Komen 29. United Way of Greater Kingsport 30. Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency
Additionally, nine other organizations have been designated as a Platinum Partner Plus for not only being engaged in Healthy Kingsport’s initiatives at the highest level, but also for sponsoring a water bottle refilling station or reusable Triton water bottles to Kingsport City and Sullivan County Schools. To date, over 20,000 reusable Triton water bottles have been given out to students in these school systems, and the schools have 57 water bottle refilling stations giving school-age children in our community more access to water during the school day. Platinum Partner Plus organizations: 1. AtWork Personnel Services 2. Ballad Health 3. Bank of Tennessee 4. Cumberland Marketing 5. Eastman 6. Greater Kingsport Family YMCA 7. Kingsport City Schools 8. STREAMWORKS 9. Sullivan County Regional Health Department
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Please visit healthykingsport.org for more information.
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JOHNSON CITY JRH BREWING
JASON HENRY AND NAOMI DELATTE
TATUM SPEARS AND MATTHEW KILBY
ANNE GORMAN (JCCT TREASURER), JONATHAN MARIN (JCCT PRESIDENT), AND DAVID HYDE (JCCT VP OF PRODUCTION)
Johnson City Community
Theatre’s Cheers to 107 Years! PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY LOGAN ADDINGTON
Johnson City Community Theatre (JCCT) is the longest-running community theatre in the state of Tennessee. The theatre, born in 1885, has been a foundation for theatre education, provided years of entertainment to the community, and has offered a stepping-stone for professional careers in the industry. As a celebration of their 107 years of existence, JCCT has decided to create a new annual event entitled, “Cheers to the Years”. This kick-off event, held on August 16th, included three exciting announcements impacting JCCT’s future as a community theatre. The first of these announcements included the 2019-performance schedule including productions of “Disney’s The Little Mermaid”, “Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit”, “The Wedding Singer”, “Chicago”, “A Christmas Carol”, “How I Learned to Drive”, and “The Rocky Horror Show”.
MACKENZIE MULLAN AND TRAVIS JORDAN
David Hyde, JCCT VP of Production, also announced that JCCT is launching a children’s theatre program called, “Jaycee’s Playhouse”. This new program will be led by young adults and will feature two productions in 2019: “Junie B. Jones the Musical” and “Stinky Cheese Man and Other Stupid Tales”. JCCT will be announcing details on the Capital Campaign to help renovate the theatre’s current space later this fall. For more information please contact: info@jccommunitytheatre.org 2019 season tickets are on sale now at: JCCommunityTheare.org
RESOLUTION STATING JCCT IS THE LONGEST RUNNING COMMUNITY THEATRE IN TENNESSEE
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MARY AND LARRY BAILEY
MADDY WEDDING, SHANNA GREENLEE, JADA GREENLEE, TIA BECO, NAN ESTES, AND STEVE BASKETT
2017 JOHNSON CITY PRESS READERS CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST LIVE THEATRE
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BRISTOL PARAMOUNT CENTER FOR THE ARTS
DEBRA KENNEDY
REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE BRISTOL RENAISSANCE CENTER WITH THEIR AWARD
Historic Preservation Awards PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SARA BURGESS
The City of Bristol hosted its first Historic Preservation Awards ceremony on September 13th at 5:30 pm at The Paramount. The awards program was presented to celebrate historic preservation efforts and recognize the property owners who champion these assets. The entirety of the ceremony was hosted on the Paramount stage, which had tables set up for desserts and decorations. Cherith Marshall, Community Developer for The City of Bristol, provided a warm welcome and acknowledged those who were receiving awards for preserving historical buildings. After watching a brief video describing the renovations done to the building, each person received their award from Mayor Margaret Feierabend. The awards program recognized properties located within the three National Register districts designated within the city: The Bristol Commercial Historic District, Fairmount National Register District, and Holston Avenue National Register District. In addition to the three districts, one City-wide award was issued to a historic property located anywhere within the city limits of Bristol, Tennessee. A Stewardship Award was also presented. To learn more about The City of Bristol, please visit www.bristoltn.org.
EMILY BLACKWELL AND COMPANY SHOW OFF HER AWARD
ALLEN HURLEY AND FAMILY
GEORGE AND KIM NOLL RECEIVE THE CITY-WIDE AWARD FROM MAYOR MARGARET FEIERABEND
KIM AND GEORGE NOLL
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ABINGDON MAIN STREET ABINGDON
IMAGINE CIRCUS
ENJOYING THE SHOW!
MOMMA MOLASSES
Main Street BuskerFest PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY LINDA COFFEY
Buskers, artists that perform in public places for voluntary donations, took over the Main Street of Abingdon, Virginia on Saturday, September 1st. Some of the acts were weird, some of the acts were wonderful, but ALL of the acts were entertaining! Entertainers traveled from across the country to participate. The event was free to the public, but performers were very grateful for tips received. BuskerFest kicked off at noon with fire-eaters, magicians, jugglers, aerial performers and musicians performing on Main Street and the crowds were delighted with the antics of the performers. As performers urged people to gather closer, there was always the thrill of a knife dropping, a fire baton rolling, a rabbit popping out of a hat, or being called on to participate!
CATE THE GREAT
SAM MALONE
An Imagination Station was set up on The Barter Green for those “ young at heart” to create unique puppets and art. Face-painting and balloon art were also popular events. Local shops and restaurants were open for the event and offered many sales and promotions for the crowds attending. The event is co-produced by Abingdon Main Street and the Abingdon Music Experience. Sponsors for BuskerFest included the town of Abingdon, Virginia, Virginia Commission for the Arts, Virginia Highlands Festival, and Virginia is For Lovers. For more information on Abingdon’s BuskerFest, visit the website: www.mainstreetbuskerfest.com.
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BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE! (MISS KITTY’S SOCIETY)
JONATHAN AUSTIN
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BLOUNTVILLE CHATEAU SELAH
TENNESSEE BORDER
RICK CARSON AND KELLYE HUFFMAN
Sushi at Sunset
KAREN AND KEN HARRIS
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY LINDA COFFEY
The Third Annual Sushi at Sunset, to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, was held on Sunday, August 26th at Chateau Selah in Blountville, Tennessee. Guests enjoyed the beauty of the surroundings while listening to the bluegrass music of Tennessee Border and bidding on silent auction items. Guests were also invited to visit the Patient Story Gallery featuring local St. Jude patients and their family’s journey. Colin Jeffress, Zach Ross, and Millicent Runnels presented stringed music. After the social hour, a lovely dinner was served in the pavilion at the Chateau and was accompanied with musical entertainment by Daniel and Betsy Couper. Auctioneer, Ron Ramsey, conducted a live auction. Whitney Carr of VIPSEEN Live! served as the host and emcee for the evening. This year’s event raised $37,184.61 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
BARBARA DUBOIS, DEBBIE BURCHFIELD, AND MARE ROTE
Funding for the event was partially provided by the late Loiree Smith Grigsby Collins. Layton, the great grandson of Mrs. Collins, is a leukemia survivor. Layton’s mother, Amanda Burrow, is the event organizer. Sushi at Sunset is made possible by the sponsorships of Symmetry Financial Group Smith Agency, Blackbird Bakery, Harman Ice, Johnson City Smiles, Tim and Christina Morgan, and countless community friends. Alan and Amanda Bracken of Chateau Selah have provided a partnership for the event each year. For more than fifty years, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been devoted to finding and providing treatment for childhood cancer with the promise of never billing families for their services. For more information, visit www.stjude.org. JACQUELINE JOSEPH AND SHANNON COLBY
WHITNEY AND JAECEE RAE CARR
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MACI FERGUSON, MEGAN ELLIS (SEATED) KATIE SHEETS, AND BROOKE CLAWSON (STANDING)
AMANDA BURROW
CATERED BY TAYLOR RUTHERFORD OF DIVINE CATERING
SCOT AND AMBER PLOUCHA WITH SHELLY AND SCOTT MCINTOSH
SKY HUTCHINSON SERVING SUSHI AT SUNSET!
SILENT AUCTION
KELLY WEINTRAUB AND IVETTE WELCH
ASHELY AND JOSH DAVIS WITH DAN AND TONYA CARR
ELIZABETH CLAPP, “MISS KINGSPORT TEEN”
BRITTANY AND BOB KLINKER, GREY AND LAURIE HARVEY, TRAVIS AND KELLI WILLIAMS
PATIENT STORY GALLERY
BEN BOONE, KELLAN GOOD, AND LAYTON BURROW (CANCER SURVIVORS)
JULIE AND MICHAEL O’BRIEN
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JOHNSON CITY FOUNDERS PARK
SORBA BIKE SKILLS PARK
VOLUNTEERS JENNA, DIANNA, AND SARAH
KEATON MOORE AND HER FUR BABIES
Meet the Mountains
Festival 2018
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY ERIC DONAHUE
JOE AND ELLA HOFFMAN
CIERRA LINKA AND BAILEY STODDARD
On Friday and Saturday, August 24th and 25th, the Meet the Mountains Festival was held at Founders Park in Johnson City. This free festival will be an annual gathering of Northeast Tennessee’s outdoor recreation community. There was plenty to do for everyone in attendance. kayaking, paddle boarding, bike riding, rock climbing, canine watersport competitions, and even a high ropes challenge were some of the activities. Not only was there plenty of activities to participate in, this festival served as a onestop shop for outdoor gear, safety, and supplies. If you missed it this year, you can make plans to attend next year. The 2019 Meet the Mountains Festival will be held at Founders Park in Johnson City on August 23rd and 24th. For more information, please visit www.mtmfest.com, go to our Facebook or Instagram pages @meetthemountainsfest, or email us at mtmfest@northeasttn.com.
LOCAL HAND CRAFTED BOATS BY BLUE RIDGE BOAT WORKS
KAYAKING AND PADDLE BOARD POOL
MICAH BRISCALL AND STEVE FRANKE
LIANG GWEE AND CASSIDY MORTENSEN
FRIENDS ENJOYING THE EVENT
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KINGSPORT MODEL CITY EVENT CENTER
PIZZA AWARD WINNERS!
NICOLE AUSTIN, BOB FEAGINS, LINDSAY POWERS, AND LAURA FEAGINS
Kingsport Chamber BrewHaHa PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY LINDA COFFEY
There was a lot of laughter happening in downtown Kingsport on Friday night, September 14th. The Kingsport Chamber hosted its first ever “BrewHaHa” at the Model City Event Center. Attendees enjoyed pizza served from area restaurants that were also competing with each other for top awards. Craft beer selections were served up by Chamber employees. After everyone settled at tables, the comedy began with Conrad Casem, Jr. serving as emcee for the evening. He introduced the first comedian, Steve Soelberg, from Seattle, Washington. Steve entertained the crowd with stories about his trip to Kingsport and his inability to enjoy a massage.
ERICA SEALS, ALLISON GALLOWAY, DANA MCMURRAY, AND ROBIN CLEARY
During a break, Pizza awards were handed out, which included specially designed paddles by Hillhouse Creative. “Best Specialty Pizza” was awarded to Raffaele’s. Chef ’s Pizza won “Best Traditional Pizza”. The “Best Overall Pizza” prize was taken by Main Street Pizza. JC Currais was next on the stage. His outrageous comedy had the crowd laughing hysterically with his larger than life stories. The final comedian for the evening was LeClerc Andre, whose stand-up routine often involved audience participation. Title Sponsor for the event was TEC Industrial. Associate Sponsors were Chantz Scott KIA and Weichert Realtors – Saxon Clark. Media Sponsors included Times News, Spectrum Reach, VIPSEEN, and 98.5 WTFM. Chef ’s Pizzeria, Fox’s Den Pizza, The Main Street Pizza Company, and Raffaele’s contributed the delicious pizza for the event.
CONRAD CASEM, JR. (EMCEE)
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LECLERC ANDRE
JC CURRAIS AND STEVE SOELBERG
MICHAEL AND ANGELA OMLAND
FOX’S DEN PIZZA
TARA AND KEVIN KIRK
LT. COL AND PHILLIS POWLEY
ERIC AND THERESA REDMOND
LAURA AND GLEN
MELISSA AND TODD GOLDEN
KIM AND DANNY COLLIER
SCOTT AND BONNIE MACDONALD
DAVID AND LYDIA ATCHLEY
RUSS AND TRACY ROGERS
CHRISTINE WOLFE AND CARL COX
MEGAN AND DUSTIN COLLIER
STEVE AND KAY
LYNDA FONTAINE, JERRY FLORENCE, AND CLAUDIA CORRADINO
TODD AND GINA MILLER
JENNY AND BOB FEATHERS
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MILLENNIUM CENTER
KINGSPORT
UWGK Campaign Kickoff
JOHNSON CITY
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY SUBMITTED
The United Way of Greater Kingsport (UWGK) kicked off its 2018 Community Campaign today, announcing a fundraising goal of $3.5 million. The event was held at the Kingsport Chamber Brock Terrace as a Juice ‘n Java event where Kingsport Chamber Board Chair Bob Feathers welcomed guests and highlighted the upcoming restaurant campaign where various community businesses will be hosting United Way promotional events, including East Coast Wings & Grill. Feathers then introduced Keith Parker, Eastman Manager, and UWGK’s 2018 Campaign Chair. Parker announced UWGK’s goal of $3.5 million, introduced UWGK’s Campaign Theme - United We Fight. United We Win. – and outlined how the donors and workplace campaigns who give to United Way are a part of creating positive, longlasting change in the community. The UWGK campaign video was shown, and various speakers representing UWGK’s thirty-one nonprofit member agencies, forty-three programs, and four community impact initiatives highlighted their current work. Through these agencies and initiatives, UWGK improves the lives of over 1400 local people every day, by tackling early grade literacy, breaking the cycle of poverty, confronting access to effective healthcare, supporting the needs of our senior citizens, and battling the opioid addiction in our region. UWGK placed a particular focus during the event around their work in addressing the opioid epidemic in our community. Joy Shoun, Initiatives Manager--Drug Abuse for UWGK outlined how focusing on evidencebased programs in schools, parenting education, and stigma reduction through community awareness can help address the root cause issues behind the epidemic. The dollars raised by the UWGK stay in the Greater Kingsport community to improve the lives of local families, friends, and neighbors. The many community champions who give, advocate, and volunteer with the United Way assist individuals and families as they strive to live happy, productive lives. These champions work daily to drive and inspire community change in the areas of education, income, and health. To learn more about United Way ’s work or investing in the community through UWGK please visit www.uwaykpt.org. United Way of Greater Kingsport (UWGK) fights for the education, health, and financial stability of every person in our community. UWGK’s mission is to improve lives. Our vision is a better life for all.
DONNA “GRAMMY” AND JAMES HARLAN II
JEFF KELLER, JENNIFER OWEN, JESSICA MOTTERN, AND ERIC HORVATH
United Way Regional
Campaign Kickoff PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY CRYSTAL DAWN CARTER
United Way of Northeast Tennessee gathered at the Millennium Center in Johnson City on August 9, 2018 to hold the Regional Campaign Kickoff. The event was hosted by United Way of Washington County and sponsored by Home Trust Bank. The luncheon was the first look at the new fundraising season, the campaign chairs, and the campaign theme for each chairperson’s United Way. Guest speaker for the event was James Harlan II. A retired executive from Eastman, Harlan has been delivering succession technical and leadership roles for Eastman that spans four continents, twelve Countries, and thirty-seven years. Harlan spoke about working together and using regional approaches to solving problems that affect the various communities. Harlan illustrated his teamwork approach with personal stories of his family hosting “Camp Gammy ”, which their daughter and two grandchildren frequent, while their husband and father is deployed with the military. Harlan said that by working together, and with a regional approach, United Way could work toward a solution to many of our area’s major concerns. Kristan Ginnings, CEO of United Way of Washington County and host for this event stated, “We are excited about the 2018-19 United Way campaigns in our region and grateful to Home Trust Bank for giving us the opportunity to come together. While each area United Way is proud to support and promote agencies and programs that best meet the needs of their individual communities, this event allows us to support one another as we fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our region.”
SUZANNE BURLESON WITH ANDREW MCKEEHAN (PRESIDENT UNITED WAY ELIZABETHTON/CARTER COUNTY)
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LOLA MCVEY, LISA COFER, AND JUDY MOSS
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KINGSPORT KINGSPORT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
OPAL GILSON, MIKE WOOD, KEN GILSON, AND TOY WOOD
MARY ANN HATLESS, MARY ANN, AND MARY SUE STILL
CHAPTER PRESIDENT OF P.E.O. EILEEN GARNER AND FRANCIS FRANGILLO
P.E.O. Bridge Fundraiser PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SARA BURGESS
Kingsport’s P.E.O. Chapter V invited the community to join its annual Bridge Luncheon fundraiser on August 22 to support scholarships, grants, and low-interest loans for local women seeking to further their education. The event was held at First Presbyterian Church, and included coffee, Bridge games, raffles, and a tasty boxed lunch. Eileen Garner, the Chapter President of P.E.O., spoke about how successful the fundraiser was last year, raising $1,400 from the event. She expressed how incredible it would be to get at least that much support this year. Eileen also talked about how Chapter V gave financial awards to three local women last year and is in the process of selecting recipients for the current year.
TRUDY BLACKMER, CHARLOTTE PUBAL, SHIRLEY BARRETT, AND MACK TURNER
After Eileen spoke, people were invited to play Bridge between each of the various tables, with raffle winners being announced each hour. People were also welcome to browse the Silent Auction, look at handmade jewelry, and help themselves to coffee and breakfast. P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women; Educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. As a result, P.E.O. is making a difference in the lives of women all over the world. More than 105,000 women have benefited from the organization. For more information, please visit www.peointernational.org.
JACKIE RHOTON, JEAN BISHOP, LOIS QUILLIN, AND ANNE FUGATE
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GEORGE HOUSEWRIGHT, PATTI WILDER, JEAN GEORGE, AND SARAH HOUSEWRIGHT
JUDY RAGSDALE, LOUIS FELIX, JUDY SCALF, AND JOAN WATSON
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CHURCH HILL HUFF FARM
ERIC AND CHELSEA BAKER WITH KRYSTAL KELLER
RICK MEADOWS AND ANGIE CLENDENIN
ANDREW PLOSKI AND KORTNEY CORNETT
Military, Police, and First
Responders Appreciation Event PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY ERIC DONAHUE
August 25th was a day to appreciate the men and the women that serve us and keep us safe every day. Patrons were invited to the Huff Farm in Church Hill for food, spirits, water sports, helicopter rides, Polaris rides, corn hole, and inspirational activities. The day was to celebrate those that serve us, but it was only made possible by our sponsors: Addington Oil, Fuller Paving, Boehm Landscape, Contour Mortgage, Tri-Cites Boating Club, Tenn Hills Distillery, Stedfast/ Narcote LLC, Actionvfx, Dr. Greg Marcum, ACE Welding, and Inside Track WOW. LORELIE ALEXANDER AND CHRIS BOEHM
FUN ON THE POLARIS
TIM AND DIANA MCNEIL
JOHN AND ANGELA MACON FRIENDS AND FAMILY
HELICOPTER AND PAINT BALL
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CHRIS AND RACHEL BALL WITH COLTON AND COOPER
VALEN HOWELL AND JOSIAH BRACKEN
AL JAMES AND CHRIS COREY
SEEN IN
JONESBOROUGH MCKINNEY CENTER
THERESA HAMMONS AND ALEX DIXON
DORIS STULTZ, JONATHAN BOWERS, AND GAYLA
RENEE PITTS AND JUDY INGALA
Journeys of Women
VI Art Show PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRISTINE RISER AND PAM BLAIR | STORY BY PAM BLAIR
SUSAN CONNELLY MCCLELLAND AND CAROL PITTS
DR. JOE FLORENCE AND REV. KAYE FLORENCE
A beautiful summer evening set the stage for the preview party of the “Journeys of Women VI” Art Show held at the McKinney Center in Jonesborough on August 30. The event launched a week-long art exhibit, held August 31-September 8, that allowed the public to observe the work of some of the region’s best artists, and to purchase pieces on display for the benefit of local women and girls in need. The juried artwork included paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry, handcrafted wood, sculptures, and other mixed media. It’s the sixth year that the Women’s Fund of East Tennessee, a nonprofit organization, has hosted the art show with the goal of transforming the lives of the people it serves. From 2013-2016, the Women’s Fund made program grants to sixteen organizations totaling more than $300,000. The major areas of focus were life skills, work skills, and education. After conducting a series of focus groups, a major barrier to education in the fund’s 25-county area was identified. The Women’s Fund board members then agreed to narrow its focus in order to address a cultural attitude discouraging women and girls from furthering their education. Moving forward, the fund has committed an additional $300,000 to build and fund a strong network of organizations that can work to reduce this barrier. This initiative includes 3-year grant commitments to the following organizations: Boys & Girls Club of Elizabethton/Carter County; Boys & Girls Clubs of the TN Valley; Centro Hispano; Children’s Center of the Cumberlands; Girls Inc. of TN Valley; Project GRAD Knoxville; The Restoration House and the YWCA of the TN Valley.
JUDY INGALA, NITA SUMMERS, TERRY MORGAN, LINDA SKEEN, CYNTHIA BURNLEY, AND CAROL TRANSOU
CYNTHIA BURNLEY, BILL, AND BECKY CHAPMAN
LINDA SKEEN, VICKI MCGOWAN, AND BILL SKEEN
For more information about the Women’s Fund of East Tennessee, visit womensfundetn.org or contact Terry Morgan at 865.394.9701.
TINA COLLISON AND ROAN SCHOLARS
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BRISTOL THE OLDE FARM
AMERICAN LEGEND LORENA OCHOA
AMERICAN LEGEND PEYTON MANNING
GREG DEPRIEST, CHRIS MITCHELL, AND DAVE MAYER
The American Legends
for Mountain Mission Kids at The Olde Farm PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATHAN MAYS AND MICKEY BAKER | STORY BY GEORGE EMERSON
On September 10th, we were surrounded by celebrities which included Lorena Ochoa, Betsy King, Lanny Wadkins, Jerry West, Tim Finchem, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Peyton Manning, Dan Marino and many generous donors to support the future of Mountain Mission School. AMERICAN LEGEND DAN MARINO
TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR, TED WOOD
There was also the opportunity to bid on several sports memorabilia. All proceeds also went to support the future of Mountain Mission School. MANY VOICES, ONE MISSION Since 1921, Mountain Mission School has served the needs of more than 20,000 children from a wide variety of backgrounds. Some have lost their parents. Others have been abandoned. Many have been lifted out of extreme poverty or violence. At Mountain Mission, they discover a new family, receive shelter and nourishment, participate in accredited, high-quality educational programs — and in many cases, journey back out into the world with the goal of making a positive difference on the lives of others. AMERICAN LEGEND LEE TREVINO WITH JIM MCGLOTHLIN
MARTHA MCGLOTHLIN PUTTING WITH JACK NICKLAUS
• Located in Grundy, Virginia • Operates on private donations, no government funding • Students from throughout the U.S. and more than 70 countries, ages 18 months to teenagers • Non-denominational, faith-based environment creates stability, fosters success • Teachers reside on campus, serve dual roles as parental figures • 5-to-1 student-faculty ratio • 95 percent of students attend college, many receive scholarships • College graduates who maintain high grades and finish in four years begin careers debt-free courtesy of the United Company Foundation At the end of the day, the real winners were the Mountain Mission Kids. The tournament helped to raise over $56.6 million. This amount is a record breaking, single-day fundraiser for a PGA Tour affiliated event. This amount will be maaking an impact on the school and community for generations to come.
MOUNTAIN MISSION SCHOOL STUDENTS
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REP JOHN CRAWFORD AND DAD, LARRY CRAWFORD (SULLIVAN COUNTY COMMISSIONER)
CONNER HAYDEN AND DEREK RAFFENSBERGER
MELANIE BUCHANAN, BEVERLY BOLING, AND CINDY HUMPHREY
KRISTEN KISTNER AND EMILY SMITH
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ELIZABETH AND MELISSA ROBERTS
VALERIE ZOCHOWSKI AND LORI CARLTON
SHIRLEY CARRIER WITH TOM AND SANDY MCGLOTHLIN
KELLY ROGERS-TRENT, DANNY MCINNIS, AND CHELSIE ROYAL
MIKE SPIEGLER AND TODD MILLER
FOOD CITY – JEAN ROWE, TAMMY BAUMGARDNER, AND LISA JOHNSON
SHAWN AND LINDA O’DELL
BOB FEATHERS AND DR. JAN KAZMIER
DREW DEBORD, CHRISTOPHER PERRIN, AND LOGAN MCCABE
ANGIE AND JOE WATERS
BARON MINOR, SCOTT DOBBINS, JOHN WILLIAMS, CHRIS HOLT, AND TONY HELTON
AMERICAN LEGEND BETSY KING
MIKE STOVALL AND MIKE SMITH
STAN PACE AND BOBBY HOLMAN
JEFF FIELDS AND NATHAN MONTHIETH
RICK AND MATT HENSLEY
MIKE NIDIFFER, BRENT ROSWALL, TOMMY PERRIGAN, AND MO WHITTEN
DR. SARFRAZ ZAIDI AND TARIQ ZAIDI
BETH AND BILL SCHUMAKER
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MILES VANCE, JUSTIN BLEVINS, AND JASON FEATHERS
STEVE SMITH WITH JENNIFER AND JOHN JONES
BOBBY BUCKLES, TODD BERTHOLD, AND JEFF SHAWL
MADELINE SIMCOX, NOELIA ADKINS, DR. JEFF BOOHER, AND ISABELLA ADKINS (TENNESSEE HIGH GIRLS GOLF TEAM)
BLU EMU – BEN HUFF, SHANE DAVIS, BERT WHITE AND ROB BATOT
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JASON AND ELI COHEN
JEFFREY MCMILLION AND ANDY DIETRICH
JIM BLACKMORE, NIXON COSTNER, AND COLIN JOHNSON
JOE MCKINLEY, DIRK CRANDELL, JOSH WAGNER, SID WAGNER, AND KEN MONYAK
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