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• Keep healthy snacks around • Limit sugary and caffeinated beverages • Take vitamins • Don’t fight stress by eating • Head to the gym • Walk to class • Don’t work in bed • Avoid all nighters

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Here are a few tips to help students make the most of the resources at their fingertips and to ensure they stay healthy and illness free throughout their education.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT THROUGHOUT THE TRI-CITIES SCENE

Between exams, papers and maintaining an active social life, many college students feel they can’t really find the time to keep up on their personal health and wellness until an illness catches hold and stops them in their tracks.

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CONTENTS

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NISWONGER GOLF CLASSIC

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DEPARTMENTS 5

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VIP PROFILE HIGHLY QUALIFIED WELLMONT LEADERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN REGION’S HEALTH

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Happy Birthday Jody Jones!

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Happy Birthday Kingsport City Manager Jeff Fleming!

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Letter from the Publishers FOUNDER/CO-PUBLISHER Brian Hullette DESIGN NINJA Angelica Ares EVENT COORDINATOR DIRECTOR OF DISTRIBUTION Savanna Smith ACCOUNT MANAGERS Susan Couch 423.483.5591 susan@vipseenmag.com Danielle Hahne 404.483.6926 danielle@vipseenmag.com Carolyn Kestner 423.292.3436 carolyn@vipseenmag.com Jada Sherfey 423.817.5580 jada@vipseenmag.com COPY EDITOR Lucy Honeychurch CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer Ares Liz Bushong Linda Coffey Lucy Honeychurch Morgan Nellis Savanna Smith PHOTOGRAPHY Mickey J. Baker Liz Bushong Linda Coffey Danielle Hahne Jada Sherfey Kevin Shipley Savanna Smith DISTRIBUTION Bobby Flowers Charles Kilgore Michael Lockhart Juanita Roberts Savanna Smith WEBMASTER Robert Neilson Wired Web Development VIPSEEN, Inc., Tri-Cities 151 E. Main Street, Suite 5 Kingsport, TN 37660 423.398.5321 info@vipseenmag.com

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It is hard to believe that summer is quickly coming to an end and fall is right around the corner. I am one of those people who love the heat, to the extent that I turn my seat heat on year round (true story just ask my husband).

Since our last issue, I have had an unforgettable experience with wonderful friends, old and new, celebrating our Three-Year Anniversary. The turnout was overwhelming. When I look back on the past three years of this journey I cannot even begin to explain how grateful I am for all of the wonderful relationships I have built with so many people throughout our region. In this issue we will share some photographs from our three-year anniversary celebration and celebrate the people who make what we do so rewarding and fun. As I stood on stage at our anniversary party and looked around, I saw something that has become much larger than VIPSEEN! I witnessed people of all walks of life from all of our surrounding counties coming together as ONE. To stand there and see all of “you” come together to celebrate with us, was an incredibly humbling experience. In this “College”, we present to you a sampling of the educational institutions that our region showcases. Since education is absolutely essential to our country’s future. While provisions of food, shelter, and healthcare are all necessary for alleviating poverty in the developing world, the most sustainable way to help a community improve its standard of living in the long run is to provide education for its residents. Educated people are more aware of health issues, they farm more effectively, and they begin to help others around them. We want to help improve your quality of life and we hope by giving the many different non-profits a voice we can continue to help change lives for generations to come. We appreciate your support and believe that together we can make a tangible impact in the lives of others.

Summer is chicken soup for my soul. It’s the time of year that I find the outdoors to be warm, colorful and most inviting. My most favorite things about summer are time spent with my family and the memories that are created during vacations. It wasn’t until earlier today that Savanna pointed out that my summers were about to change. Next summer, Madison will go off to college and this is something that I had not thought about, until recently, and a reality I do not care to face at the moment. In one way, it is a sense of accomplishment…knowing that I have kept her on the right path and that it is leading her in a positive direction toward a rewarding future. But, in another way, it breaks my heart to realize my first-born will soon be leaving home and, even worse, leaving me. This month’s college issue is more relevant to me now, more than any other before it. Madison and I have begun the journey of research, fact finding and identifying a list of colleges to prospect. I had no idea how much there was to do during her senior year in order to get her into school at all, much less into the schools of her choice. Between financial aid meetings, meetings with her counselors, time spent studying for the ACT, and time spent looking at schools we are spent and overwhelmed and in near tears most days. I don’t think, besides choices in boys, there is much to make a mother and daughter argue quicker than discussing an uncertain future and shuffling through college applications and financial aid forms. We will get through it; of this I am confident, because we have faith in each other and faith in God. Countless generations before us have navigated the same waters so I am certain that it can be done. My advice to anyone else going through this right now would be to listen, listen, listen, and ask questions. Listen to your children when they talk about what they want and how they feel. They are just as afraid as you are-even if they tell you otherwise. Listen to your heart since it will help to lead you in the right direction and listen to those at the high school and potential college who have done this before. Counselors, bursars, faculty, and student liaisons are there to help and can answer just about any question that you may have. Last, but certainly not least, ask questions and tons of them. Ask anyone within arms reach what you have to do, what you need to know, and how you can help make the transition as smooth as possible for your child. There are hundreds of resources out there and they are helpful in so many ways. If you are sending a child off to college this month or getting ready for next year, I wish you the best of luck because I can now empathize with what you are for going through.

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health & wellness tips

SEPTEMBER 2014

FOUNDER/PUBLISHER Angela J. Baker

college students

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Here are a few tips to help students make the most of the resources at their fingertips and to ensure they stay healthy and illness free throughout their education. • Keep healthy snacks around • Limit sugary and caffeinated beverages • Take vitamins • Don’t fight stress by eating • Head to the gym • Walk to class • Don’t work in bed • Avoid all nighters

• Keep your room dark and quiet when going to sleep • Get regular exams • Wash your hands • Drink lots of fluids • Keep immunizations up to date • Create a routine • Put limits on work hours

• Take advantage of campus meditation and yoga programs • Spend time with friends • Build new friendships • Keep backpacks from being too heavy • Ensure that your medical insurance covers physicians in the area

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DEANNA AND COACH DAVE RIDER WITH GRANDSON JASON WITTEN AND WIFE, MICHELLE Diana Harshbarger, Pharm.D. Hormone Specialist

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT THROUGHOUT THE TRI-CITIES SCENE

Between exams, papers and maintaining an active social life, many college students feel they can’t really find the time to keep up on their personal health and wellness until an illness catches hold and stops them in their tracks.

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Labor Day Concert @ Jonesborough Visitor’s Center 6 pm

Jim Two Crows Wallen @ International Storytelling Center 2pm

Ring of Fire @ Barter Theatre 8 pm- 11 pm

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Red Carpet Gala @ The Carnegie Hotel 5:30 pm

Bluegrass and BBQ @ Heartwood 6:30-7:30pm

Touch-A-Truck and Hands On! Event @ Hands On! Museum 5:30-7:30 pm

9th Annual Dragon Boat Festival @ Winged Deer Park 8:30 am

2014 Eastman Road Race

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Lakeside Concert Series @ Winged Deer Park 6-8pm

3 Chuck Brodsky @ International Storytelling Center 2 pm

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Washington County Fair @ Abingdon, VA

March of Dimes Wine Tasting @ Bristol Motor Speedway Washington County Fair @ Abingdon, VA

Celtic Festival @ Sycamore Shoals State Park 10 am

2014 Fall Community Bazaar @ Kingsport Town Center 10am-9pm

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Washington County Fair @ Abingdon, VA 2014 Step Out-walk to Stop Diabetes @ Kingsport Farmer’s Market

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Taste of Johnson City @ Johnson City Country Club 6:30-8:30

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Linda Goodman @ International Storytelling Center 2 pm

2014 Eastman Road Race

Putting on the Ritz @ the Paramount, 6pm

Surviving the Snake Metric Century Bike Ride

Décor Exchange 10 year anniversary event @ Décor Exchange

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Smoke and Fire 5K @ Kingsport Barnaroo @ Grace Meadows Farm 7 pm 2014 Fall Community Bazaar @ Kingsport Town Center 10 am-9 pm

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Celtic Festival @ Sycamore Shoals State Park 10 am

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion

Kingsport Oktoberfest Running of the Beers

Lighting up the Links (and Drinks) @ Blackthorn Country Club 7 pm Coomes Center Dog Swim Day 10am- 12 noon Washington County Fair @ Abingdon, VA 2014 Fall Community Bazaar @ Kingsport Town Center 10 am-9 pm

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American Cancer Hope Gala @ Orchard Place, 7 pm Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion

Washington County Fair @ Abingdon, VA

American Cancer Society Relay for Life 2014 @ Unicoi County High School 2014 Miss Purrfect Kitty Sweetheart Beauty Pageant @ Kingsport Town Center 2-4 pm

14 Bluegrass Half Marathon in Johnson City www.bluegrasshalfmarathon.com

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion

15 Mountain States Mobile Health Cardiovascular Assessment @ Kingsport Town Center 7 am- 4:30 pm

16 Susan O’Halloran @ International Storytelling Center 2 pm

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Overmountain Victory Trail March @ Rocky Mount Museum

Overmountain Victory Trail March @ Sycamore Shoals

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Johnson City Folk Festival @ The Farmhouse Gallery

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Johnson City Folk Festival @ The Farmhouse Gallery

Elizabethton Chamber’s

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Fall Open Golf Tournament @ Elizabethton Golf Course

Fall into Fashion Gala and Dinner @ Johnson City Country Club 6pm

21 Fall Folk Arts Festival @ The Exchange Place 11 noon-5 pm

22 Donald Davis @ International Storytelling Center 2 pm

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Anne of Green Gables @ Barter Theatre 10 am- 11 am

25 Sycamore Shoals Quilt Show

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Fall Folk Arts Festival @ The Exchange Place 10 am-5 pm Johnson City Folk Festival @ The Farmhouse Gallery

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Jazz, Jewels and Jeans @ Agota Springs RSVP @ crymble@msha.com

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Sycamore Shoals Quilt Show Apple Festival @ Unicoi, TN

Johnson City Folk Festival @ The Farmhouse Gallery

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Mud, Sweat and Cheers 5K @ Domtar Hill TBA

Walk to End Alzheimer’s @ Bristol Motor Speedway, 10:30 am Sycamore Shoals Quilt Show

First Friday in Downtown Johnson City

Apple Festival @ Unicoi, TN

National Storytelling Festival @ Jonesborough, TN

National Storytelling Festival @ Jonesborough, TN

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ocal football star Jason Witten held his 12th Annual SCORE Foundation Football Camp this summer on June, 28. The camp was held in Witten’s hometown of Elizabethton, TN where he is not only a star on the field, but a star in the community. Each year hundreds of campers come to SCORE Football Camp eager and excited to learn everything Witten and his fellow instructors have to offer. The camp is one of the nation’s largest football camps that offers free instruction from not only Witten, but many other college and NFL players and coaches. The campers gain experience in learning the fundamental skills of football along with listening to talks given by Witten that highlight on the fine details of the game. It’s easy to see that Witten’s love for the game carries over into the passion he has to give back to his community. PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICKEY BAKER | STORY BY MORGAN NELLIS

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College Bound 101 11, 21 Carson-Newman 12 Northeast State 14 Dobyns-Bennett Indians Football 2014 Community Celebration & Ticket Pre-Sale Event 15 Local High School 2014 Football Schedules 16 UT and VT 2014 Football Schedules 17 Tusculum College

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Maryville College Sensabaugh Camp Classic Milligan College The Freshman 15 Silly Myth or Unavoidable Fate? East Tennessee State University

THE FALL IS A SEASON THAT MOST OF US LOOK FORWARD TO FOR ONE REASON OR ANOTHER.

For some it is the promise of cooler days and the upcoming seasonal holidays of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and then Christmas. For others fall is a sad time that means saying good bye to summer days spent cooking out and lying by the pool or lake. For others, still, fall is a time of starting new things and moving in new directions and this is where school comes in. Starting a new school year is exciting and scary and exhilarating. There is the rush of finding classes, meeting up with old friends, and getting started with new teachers, classes, and projects. For high school seniors entering their final year of school, the fall marks the both the beginning and the end of an adventure that will likely never be replicated with any other life event. Finishing high school and applying for college is exciting and overwhelming for both the students and their families. Where to apply? How many applications to send out? What programs to choose? Can I get scholarships or aid? Should I live on campus or off? These and a thousand other questions are asked and mulled by students and their parents. The process is daunting, but it is a process that is necessary and fulfilling. The look on a young adult’s face when he/she opens an acceptance letter is one that would light up even the darkest of rooms. The realization that they will be going off to college is magical, frightening, and stupendous all at the same time. The world is becoming increasingly complex and we, as parents and care givers, want to have our children be as prepared as possible to tackle problems that previous generations could not have imagined facing. Education is the tool that will allow future generations to tackle issues head on, with confidence and understanding and with the ability to solve even the most difficult of puzzles.

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Curtain Rises on Entertainment Technology New technical certificate program offered at Bristol teaching site.

Northeast State’s Business Technologies Division unveiled a technical certificate program in Entertainment Technology – Sound and Lighting for fall 2014. The 24 credit hour program is housed at the College’s Bristol teaching site, 620 State Street, Level 3. The certificate is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and real-world applications for sound and lighting production. This includes small business management, live sound, recording engineering, concert lighting, electronic/digital music, equipment maintenance, and basic concepts of computer operations. Typical job opportunities include those related to lighting system production for events and concerts, and setting up audio systems for event, concert, and recording productions. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment for these types of technicians will grow about 9 percent over the next 10 years. Courses scheduled for fall include Computer Applications (INFS 1010), Introduction to Entertainment (ENT 1100), Recording Engineering I (ENT 1300), and Small Business Management (BUSN 1340). Jeff Little, a noted musician and educator, is department head of the program. A professional musician since the age of 14, Little is conversant with traditional old-time country, bluegrass, rockabilly, and blues. He often plays shows with his band, The Jeff Little Trio. His performances include National Public Radio, PBS, The Smithsonian Institution, Merlefest, and the American Folk Festival. Little also worked in Nashville for many years as a well-established musician and manager. He has worked with several national artists including Keith Urban, Montgomery Gentry, and John Michael Montgomery. In 2004, Jeff and his family returned to the Blue Ridge where he was director of the Music Industry Program at Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, N.C., until taking the Northeast State position. “We truly want to bring in real-world applications. Not only do we want students to know their area of expertise like lighting or sound, but also give them broad-based knowledge of how all these entities work together,” Little said. “This is so they can make the best decisions they can while working on their artistic and technical skills.” Students interested in admission to the Entertainment Technology certificate program may contact Little at 423.354.5216 or jtlittle@NortheastState.edu or the Office of Admissions and Records at 800.836.7822 or e-mail admissions@NortheastState.edu.

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Gov. Haslam puts Tennessee Promise in motion In May, Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam signed the “Tennessee Promise” into law.

The historic proposal, which was approved overwhelmingly by the General Assembly, commits to providing two years of community college or a college of applied technology (TCAT) absolutely free of tuition and fees to graduating high school seniors on a continuing basis. “Through the Tennessee Promise, we are fighting the rising cost of higher education, and we are raising our expectations as a state,” Haslam said. “We are committed to making a clear statement to families that education beyond high school is a priority in the state of Tennessee. “This is a bold promise. It is a promise that speaks volumes to current and prospective employers, and it is a promise that will make a real difference for generations of Tennesseans.” Participating students must: graduate from high school; agree to work with a mentor; complete eight hours of community service; and maintain a 2.0 GPA during their two years at a community college or TCAT. After graduating from a community college, if students choose to attend a four-year school, the state’s Transfer Pathways program makes it possible for those students to start as a junior. By getting their first two years free, the cost of a four-year degree would be cut in half. The Tennessee Promise is not funded through taxpayer dollars. Excess lottery reserve funds are being used to create an endowment to strategically redirect existing resources and to keep the program sustainable over time. The Tennessee Promise is part of Haslam’s “Drive to 55” initiative aimed at increasing the number of Tennesseans with a certificate or degree beyond high school. In 11 years, 55 percent of Tennesseans will need a certificate or degree to get a job, but today, only 32 percent of Tennesseans qualify. Two years ago, Haslam convened post-secondary education leaders from across the state along with statewide business organizations at the Tennessee Residence to discuss the importance of a comprehensive and coordinated focus on the issues of affordability, the quality of our Tennessee

colleges, universities and technology centers, and how to do a better job of matching the skills state institutions are teaching with the needs of employers. He followed that meeting with a series of seven roundtables around the state with employers and educators to discuss how to better link post-secondary education to high-quality jobs. A concentrated focus on post-secondary education issues resulted in the governor’s Drive to 55 initiatives that he has introduced over the past year, including the Tennessee Promise. The Tennessee Promise legislation was sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Mark Norris (R-Collierville) and House Majority Leader Gerald McCormick (R-Chattanooga). For more information about the Tennessee Promise and requirements, visit http://www.driveto55.org/ tennessee-promise.

Gov. Bill Haslam signs a ceremonial Tennessee Promise bill at Sullivan Central High School.


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Dobyns Bennett Indians Football 2014 Community Celebration & Ticket

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obyns Bennett held its annual Indians Football Community Celebration and Ticket Pre-Sale Event Tuesday, July 8th at J. Fred Johnson Stadium. Community members made their way into the stadium around 6 pm right after a big rain shower. Inside were local eateries and organizations that support the Indians. Everyone came to eat and visit with others. Dobyns Bennett was selling memorabilia shirts and giving away posters to be signed by players.

Daniel Kilgore, Coach Clark, and Gerald Sensabaugh

Eric and Quentin Polinski STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAVANNA SMITH

Around 7 pm, two lucky ticket holders won season tickets to the 2014 season and the opportunity to sit in the newest addition to the stadium. There were also some famous faces as Daniel Kilgore from the San Francisco 49ers and Gerald Sensabaugh of the Dallas Cowboys were at the event signing autography for fans of all ages. Everyone began to clear out as the rain continued around 8, but not before the community celebrated football time! Andy True and Marybeth McClain

Micheal Holt, Joey Christian, and Aaron Long

DB Cheerleaders Connor, Liz, and Steve White

DB Alumni Association

Josh Rapcan, Joe Malone, Ronnie Roller, and Aaron Lawson

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Lauren Williams and Vernon Williams

Major Bristol and Coach Clark

Coach Clark with some of his players


GAME TIMES ARE AT 7:30, BUT CHECK YOUR SCHOOL’S WEBSITE TO CONFIRM GAME TIMES.

HAWKINS COUNTY CHEROKEE Aug 22 Sullivan South Aug 29 @ Daniel Boone Sept 5 @ Morristown West Sept 12 @ Volunteer Sept 19 Morristown East Oct 3 Sevier County Oct 10 @ South Doyle Oct 17 @ Jefferson County Oct 24 Cocke County Oct 31 Seymour VOLUNTEER Aug 22 @ Happy Valley Aug 29 @ Sullivan North Sept 5 Dobyns-Bennett Sept 12 Cherokee Sept 19 Daniel Boone Oct 3 Abingdon High Oct 17 @ Science Hill Oct 24 @ Sullivan Central Oct 31 Tennessee High SULLIVAN COUNTY CENTRAL Aug 22 South Greene Sept 5 Daniel Boone Sept 12 @ Tazwell Sept 19 @ Tennessee High Sept 26 Sullivan East Oct 3 @ David Crockett Oct 10 Science Hill Oct 17 @ Dobyns-Bennett Oct 24 Volunteer Oct 31 @ Unicoi EAST Aug. 29 Sep. 5 Sep. 12 Sep. 19 Sep. 26 Oct. 3 Oct. 10 Oct. 24

Unaka Elizabethton @Cumberland Gap @Sullivan North @Sullivan Central @Unicoi County Sullivan South Happy Valley

NORTH Aug 22 Aug 29 Sept 5 Sept 12 Sept 19 Sept 26 Oct 3 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 31

@ Seymour Volunteer Unicoi @ Union Sullivan East @ Lee Johnson County Elizabethton @ Sullivan South @ Happy Valley High

SOUTH Aug 22 Aug 29 Sept 5 Sept 12 Sept 19 Sept 26 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 24 Oct 31

@ Cherokee @ Tennessee High Happy Valley Gate City Unicoi Daniel Boone @ Sullivan East Sullivan North @ Johnson County @ Elizabethton

WASHINGTON COUNTY TN DANIEL BOONE Aug. 22 Elizabethton Aug. 29 Cherokee Sep. 5 @Sullivan Central Sep. 19 @Volunteer Sep. 26 @Sullivan South Oct. 3 @Dobyns-Bennett Oct. 10 Greeneville Oct. 17 Tennessee Oct. 24 Science Hill Oct. 30 @David Crockett DAVID CROCKETT Aug 21 @ Sullivan East Aug 29 Unicoi Sept 5 Science Hill Sept 12 @ Elizabethton Sept 19 @ Dobyns-Bennett Sept 26 @ Chuckey Doak Oct 3 Sullivan Central Oct 10 @ Volunteer Oct 24 @ Tennessee High CARTER COUNTY CLOUDLAND Aug. 22 @Avery County (NC) Aug. 29 Happy Valley Sep. 5 Cosby Sep. 12 Johnson County Sep. 19 Unaka Sep. 26 @Tri-Cities Christian Oct. 10 @North Greene Oct. 17 South Greene Oct. 24 @Hancock County Oct. 30 @Hampton HAPPY VALLEY Aug. 21 Volunteer Aug. 29 @Cloudland Sep. 5 @Sullivan South Sep. 12 @Hampton Sep. 19 @Johnson County Sep. 26 Abingdon (VA) Oct. 3 @Elizabethton Oct. 17 Unicoi County Oct. 24 @Sullivan East Oct. 31 Sullivan North

WASHINGTON COUNTY VA ABINGDON HIGH Aug 22 Eastside Aug 29 @ John Battle Sept 5 Gate City Sept 12 Chilhowie Sept 26 @ Happy Valley Oct 3 Volunteer Oct 10 @ Lebanon Oct 17 @ Virginia High Oct 24 Richlands Oct 31 @ Tazwell Nov 7 Marion HOLSTON HIGH Aug 22 @ Patrick henry Aug 29 @ Rye Cove Sept 5 Twin Springs Sept 12 John Battle Sept 19 @ Bland Sept 26 Marion Senior Oct 10 Patrick Henry Oct 17 @ Northwood Oct 24 @ Rural Retreat Oct 31 @ George Wythe Nov 7 Chilhowie JOHN BATTLE Aug 22 Fort Chiswell Aug 29 Abingdon Sept 5 @ Virginia High Sept 12 @ Holston High Sept 19 @ Lebanon Sept 26 Patrick Henry Oct 3 @ Honaker Oct 10 Central Oct 24 @ Gate City Oct 30 Lee Nov 7 Union KINGSPORT CITY DOBYNS- BENNETT Aug 22 @ Farragut Aug 29 East Hamilton Sept 5 @ Volunteer Sept 11 @ Sevier County Sept 19 David Crockett Sept 26 Ooltewah Oct 3 Daniel Boone Oct 10 @ Tennessee High Oct 17 Sullivan Central Oct 31 @ Science Hill JOHNSON CITY SCIENCE HILL Aug 29 @Elizabethton Sept 5 @David Crockett Sept 12 Morristown West Sept 19 Siegel Sept 26 @ Brentwood Academy

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Tennessee High @ Sullivan Central Volunteer @ Daniel Boone Dobyns Bennett

BRISTOL CITY TENNESSEE HIGH Aug 21 @ Johnson County Aug 29 Sullivan South Sept 12 Virginia High Sept 19 Sullivan Central Sept 26 @ Elizabethton Oct 3 @ Science Hill Oct 10 Dobyns-Bennett Oct 17 @ Daniel Boone Oct 24 David Crockett Oct 31 @ Volunteer BRISTOL HIGH Aug 21 @ Graham Aug 29 @Tazwell Sept 5 John Battle Sept 12 @ Tennessee Sept 26 Richlands Oct 3 @ Chilhowie Oct 10 Gate City Oct 17 Abingdon Oct 24 @ Lebanon Oct 31 @ Marion Nov 7 @ Lee ELIZABETHTON CITY ELIZABETHTON HIGH Aug 22 @ Daniel Boone Aug 29 Science Hill Sept 5 @ Sullivan east Sept 12 David Crockett Sept 26 Tennessee High Oct 3 Happy Valley Oct 10 @ Sullivan North Oct 17 Johnson County Oct 24 @ Unicoi County Oct 31 Sullivan South GATE CITY Aug 29 Richlands Sept 5 @ Abingdon Sept 12 @ Sullivan South Sept 19 Bluefield Sept 26 Union Oct 3 Lebanon Oct 10 @ Virginia High Oct 17 @ Lee Oct 24 John Battle Oct 31 @ Central

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UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS FOOTBALL

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Utah State

7pm

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Arkansas State

12pm

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Florida

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Chattanooga

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Alabama

TBA

Nov 1

@South Carolina

TBA

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Kentucky

TBA

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Missouri

TBA

Nov 29

@Vanderbilt

TBA

VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES FOOTBALL Aug 30

William & Mary

4pm

Sept 6

Ohio State

8pm

Sept 13

East Carolina

Noon

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Georgia Tech

TBA

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Western Michigan TBA

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Miami

7:30

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Boston College

TBA

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Virginia

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KNOWN FOR ACADEMIC RIGOR AND FOCUS ON THE LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES

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FOUNDED IN 1819 | MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE

100% of graduates complete a Senior Study 40% of students have an international experience

HERE’S WHY YOU SHOULD GET TO KNOW US BETTER!

60 academic majors and pre-professional programs 100% of students participate in the

We’re a top Southeastern liberal arts college We’re a College of Distinction

Forbes

Mountain Challenge program before graduating

We were named to Magazine’s 2014 list of “America’s Top Colleges” We’re a “Top Adventure College”

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IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR MORE IN A COLLEGE EXPERIENCE, TAKE A LOOK AT MARYVILLE COLLEGE We don’t just talk about the many experiences you can have as a student here, we have the requirements, people and programs in place to ensure that you do so that you can become more than you ever thought possible.

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CAMERON HITE ’15

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Cameron Hite, a 2011 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, performs in the College’s Spring 2014 production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical.”

Sullivan North alumnus Doug Cook will graduate next Spring with a degree in English. He plans to continue his education and become a college professor.

Dobyns-Bennette High School grad Cydnee Morrisette is now a sophomore at the College, majoring in psychology and playing for the Scots’ softball team.

KNOWN for its academic rigor and focus on the liberal arts, Maryville College is recognized annually as one of the top institutions of higher education in the Southeast. One of few colleges in the United States that requires seniors to complete a two-semester Senior Study and pass a comprehensive exam in their major, Maryville also is known for successfully joining the liberal arts and professional preparation. Our new “Maryville College Works” program integrates career-related advising and experiences into its four-year curriculum. And because we have partnerships with businesses, organizations, alumni and friends, our students have access to supportive mentors and meaningful internships.

which to get involved and build leadership skills. We field 14 varsity sports in NCAA Division III, and club sports include an equestrian team. Our Concert Choir, other musical ensembles and theatre groups perform regularly in the $47 million, state-of-the-art Clayton Center for the Arts.

OPPORTUNITIES TO LEAD AND PERFORM

We offer more than 60 majors and preprofessional programs, and students can choose from more than 50 student organizations in

COMMITTED TO ACCESS

Since its founding in 1819, Maryville College has been committed to providing access to a transformative education to deserving students. Today, that commitment continues to be demonstrated in generous merit- and needbased aid. Annually, more than 97 percent of students receive financial aid in the form of either federal and state scholarships or grants. The average scholarship amount for fall 2013 first-time freshmen was $23,322. IDEAL LOCATION

Beautifully situated between Knoxville and the

Great Smoky Mountains, our location couldn’t be more ideal for students who are looking for job opportunities, outdoor adventures, culture and entertainment. The twin cities of Maryville and Alcoa have a combined population of nearly 40,000 and are known for their friendliness, high quality of life and superb education and employment options. In the center of it all, Maryville College’s 263-acre campus – with historic buildings and 140 acres of College Woods that serve as a natural classroom and recreational haven – makes for a perfect home-away-from-home. OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME

While we always believe attending Maryville College is the opportunity of a lifetime, students who enroll as freshmen in the fall of 2015 will enjoy a special distinctive: Being members of the College’s Bicentennial Class! Please visit our website or call 800.597.2687 to learn more and to arrange a campus visit.

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Dobyns-Bennett QB: Josh Holt PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY KEVIN SHIPLEY

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he NFL descended on Kingsport at the Dobyns-Bennett High School Football Stadium on June 14th for the Sensabaugh Camp Classic. Former D-B Indian stand-out, Coty Sensabaugh gathered a powerhouse group of former and current NFL, college and high school players and coaches to instruct young men and women on the lessons of football and life. The list included: Michael Gilchrist (San Diego Chargers), Gerald Sensabaugh (Dallas Cowboys), Tyler Wilson (Tennessee Titans), Shawn Witten (Virginia Tech), Teddy Gaines (East Tennessee State), Devaun Swafford (UT Vols), Malik Foreman (UT Vols) to name a few. The Sensabaugh Camp Classic is a non-contact football camp that cultivates talented young people in an effort to unite a community that has deeply supported athletics and scholarship. Participants of the Sensabaugh Camp Classic received personal coaching from Kingsport’s own Coty Sensabaugh, and the afore mentioned NFL players, college players, and trained coaches. Boys and girls ages 6-17 received instruction that focused on teaching football skills, athletic skills, and developing character. Participants of this free camp were motivated to become the very best athlete and person they can be both on and off the field.

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Our RN to BSN Program Stands Out. - MARY ARMSTRONG ’12 Virtual PICU System site coordinator, Wake Forest Baptist Health

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illigan College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college. Graduates are sought by major employers and graduate schools for their broad academic preparation, strong workethic, and dedication to serve while leading. From its beginning almost 150 years ago in 1866, Milligan has integrated academic excellence with a Christian worldview, and its mission is to educate men and women as Christian servant-leaders. Milligan is grounded in a tradition of excellence in scholarship, an emphasis on community, and a dependence on faith.

SCHOLARSHIP What you learn in college helps direct the course of your future. That’s why Milligan integrates a general core with courses in a focused area so students understand the big picture and are prepared for short and long-term decision making in this fastchanging world. Students experience a unique interdisciplinary Humanities program, o-campus study opportunities, and a robust curriculum with over 100 academic programs. Our faculty are among the best in their ďŹ elds and their primary purpose is to teach and mentor you.

Milligan College

PO Box 500 Milligan College, TN 37682

423.461.8700 www.milligan.edu

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THERE IS A DIFFERENCE There are many college choices, and on the surface, many may look a lot like Milligan, but few can claim and prove our outcomes with exceptional academic quality, student satisfaction, and graduate success.

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COMMUNITY You’ll soon discover what makes Milligan stand out from other colleges — it’s a Christian community that is genuine. Our 1,200 students come from all over the country and world, so you’ll find students with interests similar to your own, as well as those of different cultures, backgrounds, and views. Milligan has fun traditions, dozens of clubs and activities, and nationally ranked athletic programs, including 46 conference titles and 60 national tournament appearances in the past 10 years alone. We are a community where real friendships are made that last a lifetime. That’s the Milligan difference.

God has a vision for your life and Milligan loves to help students discover and develop that calling. We believe real leadership is about service, so that’s why everything we do at Milligan — in the classroom, residence hall, or athletic field — is designed to encourage you to reflect on what it means to be a servant-leader. We know you want to use the unique ways God has created you to make a real difference.

AN UNBELIEVABLE VALUE Milligan’s cost is well-below the national average for private colleges, and because we are very generous with scholarships and aid, most students pay less than students at other regional colleges. They also borrow less money and have less debt than many other colleges’ students. Tennessee students can also qualify for state aid, including the Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship (HOPE). Visit www.milligan. edu/SFS for more scholarship information.

Milligan students are more satisfied with their college experience than most students throughout the country according to national surveys. They’re also much more likely to stay and graduate ontime, which is a time and cost savings over many schools. And after graduation, they enter the workforce or graduate school with great success. Milligan has been named one of the top ten colleges in the South numerous times by U.S. News & World Report and is consistently named to Washington Monthly’s list of top 100 baccalaureate colleges in the nation. The College continues to be recognized for outstanding academics and its commitment to servantleadership and is the recipient of the President’s Higher Education Community Service Award.

GRADUATE & ADULT PROGRAMS MBA, MS in Counseling, MS in Occupational Therapy, Master of Education Bachelor’s Degree Completion programs in Business, Education, and Computer Information Systems

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BY LUCY HONEYCHURCH

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here have been countless blogs written about it. Numerous scientific studies done about it as well and most of us warn our kids going off to college about the phenomenon in an attempt to help them avoid the dreaded effects it can have on a person. What am I talking about? The Freshman 15: the idea that kids go off to college and come back for Christmas break a whopping fifteen pounds heavier than when they went off to school that previous August. Is the freshman 15 something real or imagined? Do kids who go off to college and who are suddenly absent any close adult supervision suddenly eat everything in sight and balloon to 15 sometimes 20 pounds heavier than when they lived at home? It is true that this does happen to some college students, but the same can be said for new parents or newlyweds. Lifestyle changes can lead to weight gain in anyone and college students are no different. “They are confronted with food any hour of the day and there is no one telling them what or when to eat. They have to learn to choose both what and when to eat for themselves” says Dr. Connie Diekman director of university nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis and a past president of the American Dietetic Association. She tells us that students, girls especially, move from a youthful metabolism to an adult metabolism so he/she may not be able to burn calories as rapidly as before. Does this mean, however, that all students should be worried about gaining weight when they enter college? Is it bound to happen no matter what? Not necessarily says Dr. Diekman. “The challenge is really learning how to incorporate healthy eating and exercise into a schedule that is very demanding.” Students should avoid sugary and salty snacks, get regular sleep and avoid “all-nighters”, and should make sure to stay away from drinking too much alcohol. Students should also try to get regular exercise, even if it means walking to class and up the stairs instead of taking a shuttle and the elevator. The Freshman 15 is something that can happen if one is not careful enough to regulate his/her eating and exercise habits: this is where many students fall prey to the dreaded weight gain. Sitting in class all day long, eating at odd hours, not getting enough sleep, and not getting enough exercise can all contribute to an unhealthy lifestyle at any age, so it is not guaranteed that going off to college means gaining weight. It can, in fact, mean the opposite since many students will have access to facilities and clubs that they did not during high school. There are fitness centers that are free for students, intramural teams for those who want to play a sport, but are not able or willing to do so on a competitive basis, and there are exercise clubs and free classes for yoga and weight training. Any campus will also have access to counseling services that can help students deal with stress: a strong influence on eating and sleep habits. The Freshman 15 is not necessarily a myth, but it is a phenomenon that is over-exaggerated and a simple problem that can easily be avoided. If one does fall victim to a little weight gain then do not fret-college campuses are filled with resources to help students and get them back on track.


The New Age of Healthcare The Idea

In today’s medical world it seems that insurance plans with high deductibles are the only option, especially for employers. Most plans are designed to cover major illnesses like cancer, heart attacks, and surgeries, but what about the routine visits? Many of these minor health problems can be very expensive because these visits are self-paid until or unless high deductibles are met. This creates a big gap in expenses to cover what is needed most.

Dr. Chip Backus is a local ER physician and Urgent Care Facility owner, and while working with his patients, other business owners, and because of personal family experiences; he took notice to the big gap. Being an active member in the local community, Dr. Backus began work on a project that would help his fellow citizens attain more affordable healthcare. He created a local company that offers employers the ability to provide healthcare bene�its through a non-insurance based membership program called Simply Healthcare.

The Community Project

The vision of Simply

Healthcare is to provide care for urgent and routine medical

needs while keeping

healthcare affordable and available to

virtually everyone.

Simply Healthcare is the result of Dr. Backus’ belief that insurance should be used for catastrophic medical issues but not for routine, daily care. This is the system as it should be: reasonably priced and convenient to everyone. After discovering that most medical needs could be handled in an urgent care facility safely and conveniently, Dr. Backus knew there was a need for Simply Healthcare. Right now, the market is hungry for change in the midst of potentially unstable and unclear health care reform. The goal is to get employers and their employees taken care of as quickly as possible with reduced costs that benefit both parties. Since insurance is not involved at all, no claims are made when an employee visits a clinic, thus an employer’s rates will not go up. This concept keeps companies from using their money pool, which in turn creates a low cost for employees. Simply Healthcare is membership driven, so the more members the organization has the more people it can help. Dr. Backus knows the key to success is to put the needs of the community first. The concept, though a new one, fills a great need in the realm of healthcare.

Chip Backus

info@YourSimplyHealthcare.com YourSimplyHealthcare.com

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ARE YOU CARING FOR YOUR CHILDREN? Retired? Planning your legacy? No matter what stage of life you’re in, your financial goals are important to you. As everyone knows, however, unforeseen circumstances can happen, which is why it’s important to prepare for the unexpected. Edward Jones’ focus is to work with you to develop a financial strategy that addresses your individual situation and goals. While you can’t predict the future, you can prepare for it. Set up a face-to-face meeting to discuss your options.

Patti Whitson is a native of East Tennessee, Regional BOA Advocate & Senior Branch Office Administrator for Kris. She has been with Edward Jones for seven years.

Kris, with fiancé Hannah Millard, believes planning for the future is something new couples and young families should start doing early on. Kris Yarlett recently moved from Maryville to be the new Edward Jones financial advisor in downtown Elizabethton. Born and raised in East Tennessee, Kris is a graduate of the Air Force Academy with a masters degree from the University of Arkansas. His career choice was based on a love for people and a desire to help them live and plan for the best lives possible, at all stages. He’s been doing this with Edward Jones for the past one and a half years. He is a member of the Elizabethton Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club and involved with the Chamber Leadership Program. Kris also belongs to the Elizabethton Carter County Community Foundation and shares their mission to improve and enrich the lives of Elizabethton Carter County residents as well as future generations, and provide a means to achieve community goals. 26 | VIPSEEN | SEPTEMBER 2014


Education Funding College or retirement? Find out how to afford both. Need help paying for college? Let’s talk. Which college savings plan is right for you?

Life Changes

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Banking

Are you earning enough on your savings?

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How much will you need to retire? Let’s talk. You’re retired. Your money isn’t.

There’s never a bad time to start planning for your future, regardless of your age or income. You can get started for less than $100 a month. If you are already investing , when is the last time you reviewed your plan to make sure you’re getting the most out of it? Kris recommends these things and offers help with the following:

Free Plan Evaluation | 401K Rollovers | Insurance Reviews | Investments Long Term and Life Insurance | Building and Transferring Portfolios

KRIS YARLETT

Edward Jones Financial Advisor

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dancing Tri-Cities stars 2014

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The 2014 Dancing With the Tri-Cities Stars was held at the Meadowview Grand Ballroom on Saturday, June 28th. The event benefits SteppenStone Youth Treatment Center, a local 24-hour residential facility that provides housing, school, and psychological treatment for up to 32 boys (ages 13 to 17) who are experiencing emotional and behavioral problems. The event featured ten individuals from the Tri-Cities who learned and performed two dances. This was the sixth year for the event, which according to Dr. Mike Adler, was initially planned as a one-time event. “After the first year, we were bombarded with requests to do this again, and every year since, it has received more interest and support from the community,” said Dr. Adler. Last year the event was moved to Meadowview because of the need for more space. This year’s event was sold out, stretching the capacity of the Grand Ballroom. “This year was bigger than we anticipated. We had 327 people attend this year’s event and had great support from many businesses and individuals!” said Dr. Adler. “Our planning committee did an excellent job in selecting ten great individuals from a very long list of great individuals to be this year’s dancers. We are fortunate to live in a community that has so many people who do so many wonderful things to help others. The first year we had to go out and ask people to dance; every year since, the committee has received increased nominations. It is a testament to the Tri-Cities that so many individuals do so many things to help the area’s non-profit organizations!” SteppenStone would like to thank everyone who attended; the businesses who donated items, advertised in our program, and participated as a sponsor; and the people who purchased VIP tables. Thank You again for your generosity and willingness to assist in helping young boys change their lives and futures. We are grateful for your help and support; without you, this event could not and would not occur. Next year’s event is planned for June 27, 2015. Information about the event can be found on Facebook: Dancing With the Tri-Cities Stars; on their website: www. dancingwiththetricitiesstars.com; or by contacting Paige Peters at (423) 257-8600. Also, please consider SteppenStone in your end of the year giving. PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICKEY BAKER AND ANGELA BAKER | STORY SUBMITTED

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2014 WINNER (MALE) – JEFF JONES

2014 WINNER (FEMALE) – KELLY TORBETT

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with the

dancing Tri-Cities stars

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE – AUNDREA WILCOX

PEOPLE’S CHOICE – DR. SAM HUDDLESTON

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MONTY MCLAURIN

SHINING STAR WINNER DESSI FOSTER

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with the

dancing Tri-Cities stars

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TEDDY GAINES

BETH SHUMAKER

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DR. BERNIE TISDALE

CARLA KARST

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GIRL’S NIGHT OUT

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tyle of Kingsport held a girls night out Thursday July 10th right before the kickoff of Funfest. Ladies were invited to bring a friend who had never been to Style for a chance to receive one hundred and fifty dollar shopping spree. The evening was filled with friends, food, and every woman’s favorite-specials on clothing, jewelry and accessories. The Apparel Trunk Show featured Style’s new line of boutique clothing. Ladies had a wonderful time and enjoyed a cheerful evening with their friends. Style is a unique retail boutique in Downtown Kingsport that features apparel, gifts, jewelry, custom framing and a paper design studio! The shop is an electric gift store with luxury home accents, offbeat gifts and much more. To lean more about Style, visit their Facebook page.

Friends of Allandale

Annual Picnic STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAVANNA SMITH

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riends of Allandale (FOA) gathered on July 10, 2014, at the Allandale Picnic Pavilion in Kingsport for the group’s annual meeting and picnic. Friends enjoyed fun, fellowship and updates as FOA president Fred Wallin officially passed the gavel to vice president Leigh Anne W. Hoover. Hoover’s husband, Brad, accepted on his wife’s behalf. Past board member and FOA president Teresa Estepp was honored by the group and awarded the Friends of Allandale Service Award. The award, which recognizes extended periods of outstanding service to the organization through active leadership and involvement, is presented annually at the event. Prior to the picnic, board member Al Dryden provided a tour of the Allandale property. Thanks to the hard work of Dryden and other FOA board members, Allandale Mansion received two state awards this year and was recognized by the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Alderman. Special thanks were also extended to bridge fundraiser chairperson Carolyn Anderson for her many years of leadership.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY EDWARD ABDELMESIH | STORY BY SAVANNA SMITH

Linda Gemayel and Patsy Repass

Richard Steffen and Paul Anderson

Teresa and Larry Estep

Gracie Cross, Celin Alvarado, Caitlin Osborn, Lyndsey Brundrit, Kim Brundrit, Corey Hall, and Emily Seaton

Jennifer Phipps, Payton Miller, and Lyndsey Brundrit

Dory Creech and Julie Gunn

Jo and Tom Brock with Kitty Frazier

Carolyne Culbertso, Martha Steadman, and Toni Cave

Tiffany Hawley, Keta Hawley, and Madre Forshy

Edith Hall and Sandra Davison

Maggie Tipton, Kendall Flegel, Bonnie McDonald, and Grace McDonald

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Barbera and Hearold Holt and Carol Guest

Bill Howle with Lynda and Spencer Snook

Joyce and Fielding Rolston



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Team Hasbeens

Dawn of Hope Volunteers

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resented by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, the 28th Annual Dawn of Hope Golf Classic, held August 4, 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, raised crucial funds for the Dawn of Hope Developmental, Residential, and Vocational Programs. Both the 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. tournament tee-times were kicked off by ceremonial shots made by two Dawn of Hope Service Recipients, Bud & Ralph. Morning players enjoyed a breakfast of chicken biscuits, fresh fruit, and cinnamon clusters, compliments of Chick-Fil-a of Elizabethton. For lunch, players were served a healthy lunch provided by Outback Steakhouse of Johnson City, which included grilled chicken, hearty mashed potatoes, mushrooms, cheesecake, and carrot cake. Throughout the day, golfers teed up with Honey Hot Dogs’ signature dogs, a traditional all-time favorite for tournament participants. A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to more than 78 tournament sponsors, 106 players and 50 volunteers who helped to make this such a successful event! Dawn of Hope is truly blessed and grateful that these valued friends and businesses chose to partner with us in this very important fundraising event. The mission of the Dawn of Hope is to provide high quality, caring, individualized services to enrich the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Northeast Tennessee. For more information on how you can make a difference in the lives of Dawn of Hope Service Recipients, contact Lisa Pawley at 423722-1689 or email lisapawley@dawnofhope.com.

Ben Garrison and Paul Overbey

Team Green Thumb

Shane Hilton and Kenny Shafer

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Al Fatherree and Steve Conerly

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Randy Humphreys and Mike Orzechowski

Camak, Burleson, Grogg, and Skidemore

Richard Workman and Tom Watenburger

Lisa Pawley and Sam East, Gold Committee Chair


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Signature Properties

$100,000

Milestone Celebration PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAVANNA SMITH | STORY SUBMITTED

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Lea Ann Rasar and Adam Walton

Jerry Lukach and Pam Rehart

Susie Fields and Dawn Carter

Signature Properties Realtors

Alan Anderson and Pamela Pope

John Jenkins and Dana Moneyhun

ignature Properties, a full service real estate firm, celebrated a huge milestone for their business Wednesday, August 6th, 2014. The company has surpassed the $100,000 mark in charitable donations. The new donation amount of $101,765 was unveiled Wednesday at the Kingsport office located at 115 W. New Street in Kingsport, TN. Signature Properties is so proud of its agents and clients who have made this momentous occasion possible. It’s truly a win-win situation; agents can feel enriched by giving a portion of their commissions to charity, while clients know they’ve made a difference by choosing a charity of their choice. Over 150 charities, from churches and synagogues to hospitals and animal charities, have received charitable donations from the company. It’s truly amazing how just a small amount given from each commission has grown to such a significant contribution to our community. Opening in May of 2011, Signature Properties opened with 8 agents in Kingsport. They now have two offices, serving Kingsport and Johnson City, and 40 agents. The company’s motto: You BUY or SELL. We GIVE. has worked for over 3 years and they look forward to contributing more with the help of the generous folks in the Tri-Cities.

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VIP profile

TRACEY MOFFATT, DENNY DENARVAEZ AND ALICE POPE, LEFT TO RIGHT, DISCUSS A PROJECT DURING ONE OF THEIR FREQUENT MEETINGS.

STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM

Highly Qualified W Wellmont Leaders Making a Difference in Region’s Health

hether they are meeting with the executive leadership team or visiting one of Wellmont Health System’s facilities, Denny DeNarvaez, Alice Pope, and Tracey Moffatt are focused on ensuring patients receive superior care with compassion – at the lowest possible cost. Each of them comes to the table with impressive credentials. DeNarvaez has served as a president and CEO for more than 20 years and a leader in the health care field for about 30 years. Pope has nearly 25 years of experience in finance, including about 20 years in health care. And Moffatt, a bedside nurse by training, has been a clinical and operations leader for about 30 years. Together, they fill the three highest administrative positions for Wellmont, a six-hospital health system with dozens of outpatient facilities and primary care and specialty practices in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. DeNarvaez is president and CEO, Pope is chief financial officer, and Moffatt is chief operating officer.

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spotlight

VIP profile TRACEY MOFFATT, WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM’S CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, SPENDS SOME TIME ON BOONE LAKE WITH HER HUSBAND, JEFF.

WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM’S TOP ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP POSTS ARE HELD BY, LEFT TO RIGHT, TRACEY MOFFATT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER; DENNY DENARVAEZ, PRESIDENT AND CEO; AND ALICE POPE, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER.

“As CEO, I’m ultimately held accountable for our organization’s performance, so it is important for me to hire people I trust and let them carry out their duties,” DeNarvaez said. “That is definitely the case with Tracey and Alice, and it has enabled me to focus on the areas that need my attention. We have confidence in each other and know our skill sets, and that empowers us to accomplish a great deal in a short time frame.”

DeNarvaez, who is married and has two adult sons, said she was raised in a family that supported a professional life for females. Her mother, Margo Spencer, obtained a degree and then embarked on a career first as a nurse and then as a fashion model and owner of several clothing stores.

ALL THREE ARE WOMEN IN AN AREA OF MANAGEMENT THAT HAS TENDED TO BE DOMINATED BY MEN.

As this group excels in leading the organization with their tremendous ability and commitment to take Wellmont to the next level, one cannot help but notice something else that sets them apart from so many other health systems. All three are women in an area of management that has tended to be dominated by men.

“Denny, Alice, and Tracey would prefer not to be recognized solely because they are women but rather as top-tier professionals who are helping us meet our mission, vision and values,” said Roger Leonard, chairman of Wellmont’s board of directors. “Their performance is exemplary, but their effective leadership also serves as an example to determined young women throughout our region that they can reach their goals through dedication and hard work.” Pope holds a similar view. “As a mother of two college-age daughters, it’s important for me to show them that they can compete and achieve success,” she said. “That is my desire for men as well – to feel the same way about their daughters. The good news is you don’t see a lack of diversity very much anymore in business positions.” 40 | VIPSEEN | SEPTEMBER 2014

The rarity of seeing a number of top executive positions in one organization occupied by females has provided some notoriety on a national stage for DeNarvaez, Pope and Moffatt. When they have attended investor’s conferences – including two where the three of them made a presentation – their gender has caught some attention. Remarks Pope hears when the group is together are positive, with fellow women saying they are proud of the Wellmont team. Moffatt said male executives consider Wellmont’s female leadership team to be refreshing. For her part, DeNarvaez makes it clear the presence of three women in Wellmont’s top administrative leadership posts was not by design but rather through the search for the best possible candidates to fill the positions. In looking at the history of health care leadership, Moffatt notes females have traditionally held the majority of the health care jobs as nurses but that the highest-ranking positions have been male-concentrated. She celebrates the changing dynamics, where the top executive positions have become more reflective of the health care workforce and more men are becoming nurses. “It’s wonderful to see more women in executive roles, but it’s also important to have diversity at the bedside,” Moffatt said. “I think executive leadership and


DENNY DENARVAEZ, WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM’S PRESIDENT AND CEO, SPEAKS DURING THE INTRODUCTION OF THE WELLMONT HEALTH COACH, A MOBILE VEHICLE THAT CHECKS PATIENTS FOR A BROAD SPECTRUM OF MEDICAL ISSUES.

ALICE POPE, WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM’S CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, RIGHT, ATTENDS AN EVENT WITH HER DAUGHTERS, LEFT TO RIGHT, MARY ALICE AND ANSLEY.

TRACEY MOFFATT, WELLMONT’S CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, SPEAKS ABOUT WELLMONT’S LAUNCH OF THE EPIC ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORD AND THE MYWELLMONT PORTAL THAT GIVES PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS GREATER, BUT SECURE, ACCESS TO MEDICAL INFORMATION.

the board of directors should reflect what exists in the organization. That leads to an optimal cultural environment.” Moffatt, who has been married to her husband for 21 years, believes the public focus on her, Pope, and DeNarvaez now belongs simply on the work they perform at Wellmont. She said their work focuses on what is best for the organization, patients and the 6,400 Wellmont co-workers, as well as physicians, who make the organization the provider of choice in the region. These three women have achieved extraordinary success in their roles. DeNarvaez made a statement for patient safety early on by enacting a requirement for all Wellmont co-workers to receive flu vaccinations each year and has made numerous other innovative moves, such as the creation of physician clinical councils and the implementation of the Healing Environment philosophy that focuses attention on all of a patient’s needs, not just the physical. During her tenure, Wellmont has also established Wellmont Medical Associates and the Wellmont Cancer Institute. “Denny brings tremendous energy, passion, and vision to our system,” Leonard said. “Despite the financial pressures faced by all health systems, her vision for compassionate health care keeps the organization focused on clinical excellence as our core mission.” Moffatt made her mark early in her time with Wellmont when she increased the number of bedside caregivers. She has also paid considerable attention to quality measures, which have resulted in high scores from national organizations. And she played a key role in the conversion to the Epic electronic health record, which has brought greater, yet secure, access to medical information for Wellmont patients, as well as physicians and other caregivers. She considers the Epic project, which was completed in 18 months, one of the fastest implementations of this size; a major accomplishment.

“Tracey brings a relentless six sigma focus to quality and process improvement to our system both as chief operating officer and as a dedicated registered nurse,” Leonard said. “She is passionate about implementing the most current best practices in clinical quality and safety to health care in our region.” Pope’s biggest successes have come behind the scenes, ensuring Wellmont’s balance sheet has remained strong in spite of challenges from declining reimbursements from the federal government and the need to help people who cannot afford their care. She has also played an essential role in many physician practice integrations, and, earlier in her career, was an important figure in the development and implementation of Project Platinum, an overhaul of Holston Valley Medical Center’s facilities. “Alice has been with Wellmont for 14 years in a number of positions and has worked her way up to one of the top positions by developing the highest levels of competency in every job that she has held,” Leonard said. “She knows Wellmont and the finance function backward and forward and has earned the deepest respect of the board and our bondholders.” DeNarvaez, Pope, and Moffatt will continue to have opportunities to impact health care in this region, and they will continue to rely on each other while remaining true to their management principles. “During our journey, Denny, Alice, and I have been equally committed to financial success and decisions that are rooted in quality,” Moffatt said. “Every decision is about our quality agenda, access points for patients where they most need them and maintenance of this asset so it continues to be strong well into the future. We value the perspective each of us offers.” SEPTEMBER 2014 | VIPSEEN | 41



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VIRGINIA Highlands

Festival PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SAVANNA SMITH

S William King Museum of Art

tarting in 1948, the Virginia Highlands Festival is a ten-day festival that showcases Appalachian arts and crafts. Every year hundreds of volunteers work diligently to create exciting new events to keep the excitement up. This year marked the 66th annual festival in downtown Abingdon. The streets were filled with festivalgoers, storytellers, and characters or all kinds during the first week of August. Many vendors came from all over the Southeast and Appalachians to display their beautiful, original arts and crafts. The smell of the streets was something to get excited about too! All different kinds of food were being prepared, tasted, and devoured. There is nothing like being in the South and learning about old Southern culture first hand from people who have carried on the traditions for generations. The Virginia Highlands Festival is one of a kind!

Face painting

Quillin Family

Four Seasons Catering and Bakery

David and Renee Gillespie

Cindy, Jodi, and Shelby

Dreamland Alpaca

Designs by allwyne

Bella and Ike Thomas

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Robert L. Schubert, MD My Approach to Your Wellness We tend to take our health for granted. We live hectic lives, distracted by all the things that demand our attention while paying no attention to our most important possession – our health. We push ourselves harder and harder, presuming we will be just as healthy tomorrow as we were yesterday while doing very little to maintain ourselves. Most of us would agree that the best way to maintain your car is not to drive it until it doesn’t run anymore and then see if it can be fixed. This is unfortunately a very common approach to maintaining our bodies; many of us don’t take the time to reflect on our health until we’re sick. Our modern healthcare system is based on this concept as well, but as an MDVIP-affiliated physician, I have the time to care for you proactively which is the key to helping you enjoy the healthiest life possible. In my personalized practice, prevention and education are a major focus. I help my patients become active, informed participants in their own healthcare, and I believe that the close partnership between patient and physician is critical to a long, healthy life.

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James, TN Feb 19, 2014

I really appreciate being able to contact Dr. Schubert at any time day or night and know he will return my call or text. Dr. Schubert is a very caring doctor and always wants to help with whatever the problem is. Recently I have been dealing with a blood pressure problem and having allergic reactions to blood pressure meds. Dr Schubert has continued to work with me through this stressful time trying to figure out a blood pressure medicine I can take. He has also been willing to see me at his office after hours. I am very thankful to have Dr Schubert as my doctor and feel he is a competent doctor.

FAMILY MEDICINE 1975 WEST ELK AVENUE, SUITE 2 | ELIZABETHTON, TN 37643

423-297-1163 | mdvip.com/RobertSchubertMD

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“My patients love not having to wait for appointments and all my patients have my personal cell phone number, so if they need something after hours or on the weekend, they can text me, or just hit speed dial and speak to me directly. This is basically old-time medicine – if you have a problem, you call your doctor, and he takes care of it. Simple.” DR. SCHUBERT AND WIFE MARGOT (PICTURED NEXT TO HIM) WITH THEIR STAFF OF MORE THAN 10 YEARS, HEATHER AND SHEILA.

Growing up on a hog farm in an Amish community in southeastern Ohio, Dr. Robert Schubert saw a small town family doctor and dreamed of being one himself. After a long journey from the farm to medical school, he is doing exactly that with his MDVIP family practice located in Elizabethton, Tennessee. I pointed out to Dr. Schubert that he had taken the scenic route to his current position as an MDVIP physician in the TriCities. “True, I guess, but I’ve missed most of the scenery – I’ve been busy!” he laughs. His journey to medicine started in an unlikely place: a hog farm. Even as a child, he knew that he wanted to be a doctor. His teachers were encouraging, but realistic: “A couple of them pointed out to me that not a lot of pig farmers end up being doctors. I knew that was true, but I preferred to listen to the other teachers, who told me I could do anything if I worked hard enough. I had to feel that I had some control over my destiny. The thought that my fate had already been sealed was horrifying, so I tried to ignore it.” Before his academic career got off the ground, he had a setback. “We lost the farm when I was 16. We had worked so hard, but still lost everything we had to bankruptcy. I knew I wanted to go to college and medical school, so it was scary not knowing if I would get to go. I didn’t have a plan B and was too stubborn to consider one.” Despite all this, Dr. Schubert is quick to point out his advantages: “I spent some time feeling sorry for myself, like a lot of teenagers. But really I was in a great position. My parents and sister loved me unconditionally, as I did them. They supported me through everything, even at times

testimonial Joyce, TN Feb 23, 2014

As someone with serious heart problems, it is a great comfort to me to have Dr. Schubert and his staff always at the ready to provide the help I need. Sometimes what I need most is for him to look me in the eyes and tell me firmly, “You can and you will!” It is wonderful to know that he has my back and will see to it that I get the care I need when I need it. I always know that he will listen to what I tell him and think carefully before he decides what to do. Dr. Schubert achieves an excellent balance of good bedside manner and explaining the science to me. I never leave his office without understanding what is going on and why, and more importantly, what we are going to do about it. Even though some of my activities, such as kayaking, are a bit questionable, he always encourages me to do what I enjoy with a minimum of risk. He’s also there to pick up the pieces when I go too far. On one occasion, Dr. Schubert took one look at me as he passed me in the hallway and sent me straight to the hospital! He knows me well enough that he recognized I was anemic from a coumadin bleed. In my life I have had some poor medical care and I truly appreciate the wonderful care I receive from Dr. Schubert and everyone in his office.

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when they really shouldn’t have. We didn’t have a lot of stuff. But we had each other. And we knew how to work.” Thankfully, all that work paid off. After college at Denison University, he graduated from medical school in Toledo, Ohio in 1995. He went on to residency in Family Medicine in Bristol, TN. “I’ve lived in east Tennessee for nearly 20 years now, and I’ve loved it since the first day I got here!” He and his wife Margot have three daughters: Emily, Julia, and Lydia. They attend church at First United Methodist in Elizabethton, and their children attend Elizabethton City Schools. Having been a Hall of Fame high school football player and a track athlete in both high school and college, Dr. Schubert is quick to remind us that his daughter Emily’s Elizabethton High School basketball team won state this year! He gives back to the community he loves so much and has been offering his services for low cost physicals with the Boys & Girls Club for more than 10 years. He started a primary care practice in Elizabethton in 1998 and took care of a wide array of illnesses. Upon realizing that most of the deaths in his practice were due to diabetes and heart disease, he sought further training in those areas. Now, he’s double board certified – Family Medicine and Clinical Lipidology. Still a primary care physician, he also treats athersclerotic vascular disease (heart attacks, strokes, etc) and all levels of diabetes (including insulin pumps). “I planned to do only primary care. But when I realized how important and how common diabetes & heart disease were, I figured I’d better get good at it. So I earned my second board certification, and changed my whole practice. I still love primary care. I love the variety. But I also love focusing on diabetes and heart disease.” In 2013, he transformed his practice and became the small town, personal care doctor he dreamed of from childhood by joining MDVIP, the national leader in personalized medicine. This proactive, hands-on approach is nearly impossible to find today, largely due to healthcare reform. With over 30 million additional Americans eligible for health insurance, medical practices are becoming even more overcrowded and impersonal, resulting in doctors only having time to treat problems after the fact instead of being able to prevent them. “Most illnesses and diseases are preventable or controllable when patients and doctors are able to share close partnerships. Many patients have been able to reduce or even eliminate medications by following their annual wellness plan and adopting healthier eating and exercise habits. I am also seeing a significant reduction in hospitalizations and because I can be contacted directly after hours for urgent needs. Visits to urgent care centers are generally unnecessary, resulting in substantial cost savings for patients, especially those with high deductible plans, ” said Dr. Schubert. As the dust from the Affordable Care Act settles, patients are expected to endure longer waits in the waiting room and shorter face-to-face time with their physicians. “With MDVIP, I can practice medicine the way I think it should be done – unhurried, and focused on addressing patient’s acute needs but also keeping them as healthy as possible for as long as possible.” MDVIP is the national leader in helping physicians transition their practices to focus on preventive medicine and individualized care – not just treating peoples’ symptoms. “In traditional practices, doctors see thousands of patients a year, around 40 patients a day, sometimes referred to as conveyor belt medicine. They run on 5-10 minute blocks. With MDVIP, I have a few hundred patients, and I see about 6-10


patients a day. My appointments are 30-90 minutes long, allowing me to focus on details, and spend more time really getting to know my patients. My patients love not having to wait for appointments (I have a non-waiting, waiting room!), and all my patients have my personal cell phone number, so if they need something after hours or on the weekend, they can text me, or just hit speed dial and speak to me directly. This is basically old-time medicine – if you have a problem, you call your doctor, and he takes care of it. Simple.” An affordable annual membership of $1,650 includes a very thorough wellness evaluation with advanced screenings for cardiovascular and diabetes risk and diagnostic testing that are not covered by insurance, followed by one-on-one physician counseling and a tailored wellness plan. Patients’ children ages 5 to 26 are seen as part of their parents’ membership fee. The model is compatible with insurance programs and Medicare. Patients with high-deductible health plans report that they enjoy the benefits of the program because it helps to save them money by teaching them wellness lifestyles to prevent avoidable illness and chronic diseases. Dr. Schubert loves pointing out examples of how this system has worked for his patients: “One of my patients stopped by the office one day to show me a mole on her skin that was changing rapidly. It had only been there for about 2 weeks, and was already the size of a dime. I told her that we needed to remove it. She said, ‘Fine, when can we get this scheduled?’ I said ‘How about right now?’ She said, ‘Sounds good to me.’ So I remove it there in the office, and send it to pathology. The report came back as an aggressive type of skin cancer, but I had gotten the whole thing before it invaded, so she didn’t need chemo or radiation. Awesome. However, she calls me a few days after the surgery, saying that she thought the surgical site was getting infected. I asked her daughter to take a picture of it with her smart phone and email it to me right away. She did so, and I saw that it was just a reaction to the antibiotic cream she was using. I changed the cream. Problem fixed – she healed up just fine after that. That saved an ER visit (and probably a hospitalization). And she didn’t even need to come to the office. I kept a 90 year old out of the hospital (and off chemo) simply by being available when she needed me. Old time medicine. You have a problem. You call your doctor. He takes care of it. Simple. This is the way it should be.” Dr. Schubert sees his patients in hospitals and nursing homes, as well. He does minor surgery in his office, as well as splinting and casting for basic orthopedic injuries. Anything beyond his expertise, of course, is promptly referred to the appropriate specialist. Each patient in an MDVIP practice has their own personal health website, where they can find everything from their own health record, to recipes and meal plans, to articles and information about various health problems. If one of Dr. Schubert’s patients becomes ill while traveling, they of course can call him on his cell phone, and if he cannot treat their problem over the phone, he can arrange for them to see an MDVIP physician elsewhere in the United States, so they can receive this level of care on the road. MDVIP also has access to specialists in places like Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and so on, so that if an MDVIP patient has a serious health problem, they can get the best care in the world if they like. Dr. Schubert’s practice is accepting new patients on a limited basis. His office is in Elizabethton on Elk Avenue, on the Johnson City side of town. It is about 10 minutes from ETSU. He can be reached at his office at 423-297-1162 for a complimentary get acquainted meeting. You can visit his website at: www.mdvip.com/RobertSchubertMD. He is a member of Mensa and The National Lipid Association.

EMILY SCHUBERT IS A 6’3” SOPHOMORE - NUMBER 23. SHE & HER VARSITY HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL TEAM (ELIZABETHTON CYCLONES - HOME OF JASON WITTEN) WON THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP THIS YEAR. SHE ALSO CAME IN 3RD IN THE STATE IN DISCUS AND 6TH IN THE 4X800M AT STATE THIS YEAR.

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Save The Date

Tuesday September 30th, 6pm Tuesday October 14th, 6pm Dr. Schubert will be at the Carnegie Hotel to discuss heart disease,diabetes, wellness, and how MDVIP can help you and your family. This event is open to the public. We request that you please RSVP at least 4 days prior as refreshments will be served.

Call 423-297-1162

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he Farmer and the Chef benefit for Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee was held Thursday, August 7, 2014 at Blackthorn Club at The Ridges. Food Bank Board of Directors President Matthew Wimberley welcomed guests, farmers, chefs, sponsors, donors and volunteers and thanked everyone who helped make the event possible; “The Food Bank’s mission is to feed the hungry in eight county region of Northeast Tennessee. We achieve our mission by securing food and grocery products and distributing those items to qualified agencies that feed the hungry including our direct service programs. Your presence here tonight supports our vision that everyone in our community has access to nutritious food and that no one in Northeast Tennessee will go hungry due to lack of access to food.” Rhonda Chafin, Executive Director of Second Harvest introduced Morgan King, anchor of WJHL Daytime Tri Cities, as the Master of Ceremonies and thanked WJHL for being the media sponsor of the event. Live Entertainment was provided by Richard Banks who was accompanied by Joe Hoskins. The highlight of the evening was the coming together of local farmers and chefs to create a unique culinary experience using available seasonal products. Featured chefs included James Allen, Executive Chef, Blackthorn Grille at the Ridges; Genny Brewer, Sous Chef, Wellington’s, Carnegie hotel; Tony Mammarella, Corporate Executive Chef, K-VA-T Foods, Inc., Drew Rafalowski and Mickey Rhoden, Sushi Chefs, Yong Asian House, Gray; Michelle Reuter, Executive Chef and Co-Owner Basic 2 Brilliant Catering, Kingsport and Kate Van Huss, Earth Fare, Johnson City.

Kathy Hatjioannou, Cecile Wimberley, Matt Wimberley, and Lisa Shotwell

Susan Street and Mickey Jilton

Kathy Smith and Kevin Russell

Featured farmers included Food City Locally Grown Produce; JEM Farm, Lil’Sprouts, Oak Moon Farm & Creamery, Preservation Farm, R & D Farms, Scott’s Strawberry and Tomato Farms, Shiny C Farms, Thompson Farms and Ziegenwald Dairy. To learn more about Second Harvest Foodbank of Northeast Tennessee or how you can help, please visit them at netfoodbank.org.

Farmer & Chef Recognitions

Kevin and Linda Schutt

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Food City Culinary Team

Carnegie Hotel Culinary Team

Sydney Myers, Rebecca Myers, and John Woodworth

Blackthorn Culinary Team

Patty and Gene Davis

Margot and Bunky Seay, Kathy and Rock Baty

Nina and Mike Marchioni

Suzanne McKinney, Blake McKinney, and Karen Huskins

Mike Eddy, Jane Eddy, Nancy Campbell, and Ernest Campbell

Jodi Wagner and Sharon Schaefer


ALL THAT IS GOOD BEGINS WITH A SMILE.

Dr. Frank Merendino is from Bristol, TN and a graduate of Vanderbilt University. He is a member of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, ADA, TDA, First District Dental Society, and Kingsport Dental Study Club. Dr. Merendino volunteers his services with the RAM (Regional Area Medical) Clinics to help better serve the community, and spent 1 year with the Hawkins County Health Department treating children of all ages. He has been providing the Kingsport area with beautiful smiles since 2011. He and wife Jasmine recently celebrated the opening of their new office and arrival of their first child, daughter Avanelle!

THE PREMIER CENTER FOR SMILES

We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles! When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority and our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve.

EDUCATION & PREVENTION

As a practice, we truly believe that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide “dental health care” vs. “disease care”; that’s why we focus on thorough exams – checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking X-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, we’re also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

TRAINING & EXPERTISE

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients can feel about their dental visits, and we know that we can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Some of the many procedures and services we regularly provide to our patients – with a gentle touch, and stunning results.

KINGSPORT’S COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTIST FRANK MERENDINO, DDS 300 Clinchfield St, Suite 260 | Kingsport, TN 37660

423-246-6135 Open Monday-Thursday, 8 AM-5 PM; Fridays by Appointment

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SERVICES OFFERED CLEANINGS & PREVENTION Digital X-Rays Fluoride Treatment Panoramic X-rays Sealants Dental Exams & Cleanings

COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Empress® Restorations ClearCorrect™ Invisible Braces Composite Fillings Porcelain Crowns (Caps) Porcelain Fixed Bridges Porcelain Veneers Teeth Whitening

RESTORATIONS

Composite Fillings Crowns (Caps) Dentures & Partial Dentures Fixed Bridges Root Canal Therapy

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY First Visit Fluoride

SURGERY

Extractions Implants Implant Crowns and Dentures Sedation Emergency Services

“YOU WON’T HAVE TO THANK US .. . YOUR SMILE WILL SAY IT ALL!!” 423-246-6135

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ccelNow, the Tri-Cities entrepreneurial accelerator, along with Eastman Chemical Company, co-hosted Tullahoma, TN based accelerator autoXLR8R on July 31. autoXLR8R company founders and champions met with Tri-Cities manufacturers, economic development officials, investors and members of Eastman Chemical and AccelNow. Sponsored by the Tennessee Automotive Manufacturers Association, the companies pitched their technologies and fielded questions from the audience. The group discussed some of the pressing industry technology needs and, how through strong networks that include ORNL, Tech 20/20, TAMA, OEMs, suppliers and other partners, autoXLR8R is working to increase local innovations in automotive technology.

Iliff Mcmahan and Bob Cantler

Jason Gupta

For more information on these entrepreneurial accelerators and how they can assist companies, visit: AccelNow: www.AccelNow.com autoXLR8R: www.autoXLR8R.com

Eileen Li and Joy Fisher

Serg Sazonov, Nicholas Ng, Dennis Wong, and Caroline Paterson

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After Hours

Steve Sweeney, Bob Armstrong, Mathew Eades, and CEO Bill Hayter

Tara and Billy Barnes

irst Bank and Trust held an After Hours Thursday, August 7 and invited all of the Kingsport area Chamber of Commerce. Everyone gathered at the beautiful Stone Drive location to enjoy networking with friends and delicious food by Pratt’s Barbeque. The CEO of First Bank and Trust attended and got to know the attendees. Some great door prizes were also given out to a few lucky people.

Sam and Jean Loflin with Greg and Marty Cloninger

Christie and Mike Jennings

First Bank and Trust is a diversified financial services firm with 21 office locations in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The company is in its 35th year of operations and is still growing. The bank has carved out a regional marketing niche by catering to small businesses and consumers who wish to take advantage of a local bank that offers services expected from larger organizations. To learn more visit one of their locations or visit them online at firstbank.com.

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3-YEAR ANNIVERSARY BASH & OPEN HOUSE

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t took us three years, but we finally held our very own Regional After Hours hosted by the Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport Chamber of Commerce! To say we were delighted with the turn out and support would be a vast understatement. We want to thank all of you who came out to celebrate with us! There is no way we could have had such an amazing event without you or the help and donations from many area businesses! Thanks to Pratt’s BBQ, Sahib Indian Restaurant, East Coast Wings, Barbaritos, Edible Arrangements, Stir Fry, Kona Ice, Subway (Subco East), and Earth Fare for the wonderful and delicious food that fed the masses! On the Rocks Bartending did an excellent job keeping everyone happy, pouring spirits from Plaza Package and our special beer named “Issues” brewed by Sleepy Owl Brewery! There was even a “kids zone” for the children where they could get their face painted by the talented Jasmine Rodefer, play on the inflatable slide provided by Fun For All Rentals or fill up their little bellies with Kona Ice! It is still hard to believe that the 4200 square foot tent that Bristol Tent set up in our parking lot was packed with people! After we gave away awesome gifts from several clients and local businesses, DJ Billy Gamble cranked up the music and got the party started! Red Carpet Events Photos was conveniently located next to the DJ booth and captured a ton of fun pictures! If you haven’t gotten a chance to see them, you can look up Red Carpet Event Photos on Facebook, ‘like’ their page and check out the pics! Once again, a HUGE thank you to all of our family and friends for coming out and to our AMAZING team who worked together to make this such an incredible success! I would kick myself if I forgot to mention Angelica Ares for designing and having the fabric made at Hampton Textile Prints in Johnson City. Mary Tolson for sewing our fabulous skirts, ties, dress and vest! They were a hit! If anyone should want her information, please feel free to call the office! Last but certainly not least, an abundance of appreciation goes out to our regional chamber leaders, Miles Burdine of Kingsport; Gary Mabrey of Johnson City; Joy Madison of Bristol TN/VA, as well as, Kingsport Mayor Dennis Philips; Bristol TN Mayor Lee Powers and Bristol VA Mayor Catherine Brillhart for being there, your support, and kind, heartfelt words.

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Pet Personals VIPSEEN TRI-CITIES CLASSIFIEDS

VOL. IV, September 2014 | The Premier Meeting Place for Pets and their Prospective Owners

Blackjack Animal Rescue, Inc

HI, BEAU HERE! I am a pit mix and I love to

play! I am not even a year old. I am already neutered and up to date on my shots. I am very friendly with people and other animals, my keepers taught me to be polite to everyone. Now I am looking every day for my new family.

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year old and I am a shepherd/Lab mix. Thanks to Blackjack Rescue I am already spayed and up to date on all my shots. I am very friendly and like to make new friends. I am really good with people and am waiting patiently on my forever home.

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HI! I’M IVAN. I am 2 1/2 years

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am 11 years old and as you can tell, I am a Terrier mix. I had to come live at the SBK Kingsport Shelter when my owner went into assisted living. I’m getting older, so I like to lay around and I am housebroken. I get along with everyone and am just waiting for my new family.

HELLO, MY NAME IS MISSY. I am 6 years old and

I am a Staffordshire Terrier mix. I am waiting for my forever family to adopt me from the SBK Animal Center in Kingsport. I was surrendered to the shelter when my old family was moving and they couldn’t take me. Of course I am housebroken and get along with all animals and people. Some would say I have a lot of personality!

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old, and I am a male Shepherd mix. I have been a shelter resident since November of 2013. I try not to brag, but I have become the shelter favorite, I think it is because I get along with other dogs and cats. I am very friendly and I’m just looking for my forever home.


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or the tenth year in a row, Downtown Kingsport’s Summer Concert Series was a huge hit. This year, some changes were made to freshen up the free weekly entertainment. The twilight series was moved to Friday night and Bluegrass on Broad was moved to Thursday night. This was in favor of Kingsport’s interest in attracting downtown visitors and families, new businesses and nurturing young professionals. The series ran from May to July and included some big name artists for both genres. Another change included making the series shorter in years past in order to focus on having eight killer weeks of concerts instead of dragging out into the fall. This year also incorporated many downtown activities such as Art in the Heart, Downtown Kingsport’s Fourth of July Celebration, and the Funfest Parade and Kickoff celebration. This year marked a positive change for the ever-popular concert series; one that will stick for years to come.

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ristol Cosmetic Center, along with many different and fabulous cosmetic company representatives from across the country welcomed new and existing clients to experience their brand new cosmetic center. By undergoing new and beneficial on the spot services to receiving deep discounts on some of the best dermatology and cosmetic products, all who attended were pampered while learning the best way to care for their skin. The Bristol Cosmetic Center offers Botox, Dermal Fillers, Colorescience Makeovers and skin care lines such as SkinMedica, Skinceuticals, Avene, Glytone, and Neostrata. Visit them at 3183 West State Street in Bristol, Tennessee or call (423) 764.7131 for an appointment.

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A mug shot usually means doing time for a crime, but in our case, there are no police reports, no booking photos or fingerprints. These mug shots are cute coffee mugs filled with food and micro-waved to perfection. A mug shot can be found in college dormitories, apartments and recently in residential homes, and businesses. Some critics allegedly claim it is criminal to cook foods in a mug and microwave, but not this young ‘Z’-or WIFI generation. A mug shot can feature breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts. The cooking equipment is a microwave, a large microwavable cup

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or mug, a spoon or fork to mix. Some food bloggers have created a recipe mug book. Leslie Bilderback, author of Mug Cakes: 100 Speedy Microwave Treats to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, recommends the following tips for successful baking. “Use self-rising flour, one large egg equals two mug cakes, the most important thing is not to fill the cup or mug more than half full with batter, start with the shortest cooktime your recipe lists first, mug cakes will be blonde in color, and sinking will happen.” Although Leslie is focused on baking, many other recipes can be made using a mug. Hungry Girl.com has egg mug recipes, “Sweet Cheese and Apple Mug, Mexi-licious Egg Mug. and Egg Foo Mug.”

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Serve it up Sassy What kind of mug shot do you want to make? Serve it up Sassy decided to recreate comfort foods, Mug-a-Mac with Cheese, Mug-a-Muffin with Berries and Streusel, and a high-profile beverage, Mug-a-Cocoa, Caramel Orange Pumpkin Spice. The Mac with Cheese is a hearty meal with a little touch of home. What makes this recipe different from other mug recipes is cooking the pasta in milk and adding water as needed. Elbow macaroni is cooked at 1-minute intervals until “al dente”. Shredded sharp cheddar cheese and a dash of ground nutmeg are added to the mix creating a pungent and sweet creamy sauce. Crushed Pepperidge Farm Gold Fish crackers are sprinkled on top of the Mac and Cheese as a crunchy garnish. This Mac and Cheese mug recipe creates a half-shot, meaning half-cup or a four-ounce serving. If you want more than a half-shot, make the recipe again in a separate cup then add the two together. Moments of home will come to mind as you savor every bite of this creamy cheesy Mug-a-Mac with Cheese. No time for breakfast? In 1-minute and 25 seconds you can have the best muga-muffin ever! Fresh berries are mixed with self-rising flour, milk, vegetable oil and egg for a moist sponge -type muffin. Sounds like a lot of ingredients but we are talking tablespoons and not cups. For added crunch, a pecan brown sugar streusel covers the baked muffin. The muffin recipe is basic, which will allow combinations of ingredients such as mashed bananas and chopped walnuts, diced apples and ground cinnamon, cocoa and chocolate chips to name a few. The all-time most delicious cold-weather beverage is the Mug-a-Cocoa. This cocoa is blended with pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and orange extract. For a double-shot add fresh whipped cream, drizzled caramel topping, and coarse sea salt to this divine hot cocoa. To keep calories in check omit the doubleshot and use skim milk. Mug recipes are fun to create. A teaspoon or tablespoon of this-or-that ingredient makes these recipes easy to mix and bake. A small well-stocked pantry will enable students to create a wide variety of foods. In the dorm room, designate a small book-case to serve as the pantry. Keep the book-case pantry clutter free and neat by stocking food staples in colorful baskets. Bright and cheery placemats provide protection and coordinated color scheme for the top shelf of this book-case pantry. Create a space for the microwave, coffee maker and blender, the three essential elements for dorm living. For more ideas on stocking a mini pantry in your college dorm room go to blog site,http://stronglikemycoffee.com.

HERE ARE A FEW OTHER NO-BAKE MUG-A-LICIOUS IDEAS: • Place 1- tablespoon of ranch or blue cheese dressing in a mug; fill with fresh carrot and celery sticks, cucumber wedges, and cheery tomatoes. • Place 1-tablespoon almond or peanut butter in a mug; fill with sliced bananas, crushed peanuts or almonds. Drizzle with chocolate sauce. • Create a trail mix with popped popcorn, almonds, cashews, mini pretzels, raisins, or other dried fruits. Serve it in your mug for a controlled portion. • Place 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt in a mug; fill with 2 teaspoons brown sugar, let brown sugar soften, add layer of fresh berries and crushed granola bar. Repeat layers as desired. • Place 2 tablespoons hummus in a mug; add desired dippers, whole grain crackers, pretzel sticks, sun chips, pita or flat bread wedges. Don’t be alarmed by the Mug Shot Mania! College kids are making wholesome and delicious food choices with this new way of cooking. The evidence is in and Mug cooking is here to stay.

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Make a Statement, Make it Sassy and Make it Yours! Liz Bushong is an expert in the three-dimensional art ofentertaining. 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 ™ . In 2009 and 2010, Liz 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 sevenperson team selected to decorate the Tennessee governor’s mansion for the holiday. 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. Liz is the author of Just Desserts and Sweets & Savories cookbook. 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. To purchase cookbooks, see recipes, cooking, and decorating ideas go to www.lizbushong.com.


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Polynesian Beach Party The Crumley House Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center held it’s 9th annual Polynesian Beach Party on the grounds the evening of August the 9th. Live entertainment was provided by The Spirit of Soul dance band who kept the crowd grooving all night. There was a wonderful array of silent and live auction items. Multiple food sponsors donated the food for the appetizers and dinner. Guests were able to get photos of themselves as well as caricature self-portraits. Everyone was given hand made fans decorated by Crumley House members. This year’s event drew more than 550 attendees, and set a record of supporters, which made it the most successful year yet. All proceeds go to support the Crumley House and it’s members. Located in Limestone, The Crumley House gives participants the Jessica Glasscock, Matt McGahey, Ashley Grindstaff, Dick Sanders, and Linda Bowman support needed to provide a meaningful and productive life after completion of formal rehabilitation.

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Special thanks go out this year’s co-chairs Donna Noland and Liz Hughes, and many volunteers for all their planning and hard work. Also a big thank you to the committee chairs, June Barrett, Kathleen Petretta, Odie Major, Nancy Hope Major, Lea Anne Wiles, Dr. Audrey Depelteau, Guynn Edwards, Michelle Ferguson, Tamara Marshall, Krista Wharton and Vickie Teague, who made the event happen. To find out more about the Crumley House and it’s services, please visit their website at crumleyhouse.com. PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SUSAN COUCH

Greg Isbell and Joanne Gilmer

Ed and Suzie Snowden

Charlie and Connie Bailey Crumley House Board

Bill Foster, Janet Foster, and Shirley Daniels

Rusty Crowe, Alan Levine, Phil Rowe, Gary Mabrey, and Brian Noland

Joseph Carver, Lori Carver, Jeles Corriere, Rich Jorden, Suzie Patton, and Brett McCleeky

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Music for Hope Concert A

lot of music, fun and most importantly, Hope, was happening on Saturday, August 9th, at the Bristol Train Station. The 2nd Annual Music for Hope Concert was held to raise donations for local cancer patients. All proceeds directly impact cancer patients of the Wellmont Health System, Mountain States Health Alliance, and patients referred by local Oncologists. Donations to the Cancer Outreach Foundation have helped cancer patients with transportation, medical costs, medication expenses, and medical supplies. Michael Warren, Executive Director of the Foundation was busy setting up an evening that provided fun and entertainment for everyone who attended. Music was provided by Clifton’s Ford, Ileeana Johnson, and Jerry Castle & The Commonwealth Cult. A Silent Auction was also provided to raise funding. The guests were treated to a Low County Boil that was delicious. For more information, visit the website: http://www.canceroutreachfoundation.com/

Sue Prill (BOD) prepares Low Country Boil

Clifton’s Ford

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Kelley Madden, Roberta Davis, Michael Warren (executive director), and Jeannie Garrett

Ileeana Johnson

John and April Taylor

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Front Row Music, Abingdon, VA

David and Cindy Lemons

Dustin Powers (BOD) and Scott Edwards

Jerry Castle and The Commonwealth Cult

Wellmont Cancer Institute

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aiting to Hear is a brand new organization based in the Tri Cities dedicated to helping deaf and profoundly hard of hearing children in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia hear through the use of cochlear implants. Sherry and Shannon Ball founded the organization shortly after their daughter lost her hearing at age two and received cochlear implants at Vanderbilt University Medical center in Nashville. The couple learned that only 5% of newly diagnosed deaf families receive information about cochlear implants, many are simply given a brochure on deafness and told to make the best of things. Because of this lack of awareness and lots of misinformation about the devices in the deaf community, less than 7% of those who would qualify actually receive cochlear implants. Through Waiting to Hear Sherry and Shannon hope to see those numbers improve.

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Hear me Roar was their first fundraiser/ awareness event. Each family that attended received a Hear me Roar booklet that included games and facts about animal hearing, as well as the stories of three implanted children and information about the devices. Hear Me Roar featured a chance to see Creation Kingdom Zoo after normal closing hours, roaming costumed characters throughout the zoo, a raffle for Bristol race tickets, and free drawings for tickets to area attractions. To find out more about waiting to Hear contact Shannon Ball at waitingtoheartn@gmail.com. Check them out on Facebook at facebook. com/waitingtohear. Also look for their next event, The Bionic Duck Derby, as part of Buchanan County Virginia’s Octoberfest.

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A group of zoo lovers looking at the monkeys!

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aturday, August 2, was an all-day affair and Historic Downtown Bristol was alive with activity well into the evening. The Birthplace of Country Music Museum Grand Opening was a celebration for the books! The Museum was open from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. to the public to view. Retailers stayed open late while buskers serenaded on street corners. You may have recognized more than a few “famous” faces striking poses if you were downtown in the festivities.

Trent Miller and Mike Tansil

Marjorie Tester, Jean Burnette, and Christina Blevins

The Grand Opening ceremonies and ribbon cutting began at 1:00 p.m. with Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe, Tennessee Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, and Virginia Delegate Israel O’Quinn delivering the opening remarks. Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Susan Whitaker and Rita McClenny, President & CEO of Virginia Tourism Corporation, took part in the celebration as well. Mayors from both sides of Bristol, Catherine Brillhart (Virginia) and Lea Powers (Tennessee) joined Ed Gerace from the Tennessee Arts Commission and Alma Douglas from the Smithsonian Institution for the festivities. Grand Opening weekend was a celebration as historic as the Bristol Sessions themselves. With many famous performers, actors, singer-songwriters and artists taking place in the festivities, anyone who attended the ceremonies will never forget the grand opening of the Birthplace of Country Music Museum.

Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe

Bobby Griffin, Terry Smith, and Lary Kirksey

Roni Stoneman and Ralph Stanley

Emily Champagne and Sarah Porter Harriet Hartley and Becky Gorley

Barbara and Harold Holt

Robert K Oermann and Mary Bufwak

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ibation Station hosted a Woodchuck Cider tasting Thursday June 26th for the public. People gathered from all over the Tri-Cities to try one of the best selling ciders. Many had tried Woodchuck before but hadn’t been to Libation Station. The tasting was a great way for new comers to step into the store and see what all they have to offer. Visitors also got to tour and enjoy the Ligero Cigar Lounge that is located in the back of Libation Station. Friends came and enjoyed great company, games and of course delicious beer and cider. Many people made new friends and found out they like cider. Many others found a great place for liquor and beer. To learn more about Libation Station, stop by the store located at 4471 N Roan Street, Johnson City.

Michael Lester and Sam Huddleston

Romzie Assid and Rusty Little

Jimmy Pierce and Aaron Hamilton

Mary Hunsucker, Danielle Hahne, Romzie Assid, and Jessica Stokes

Kelsey Bellamy and Ben Leeson

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Paul Walker and Jessica Stokes, sales rep for Vermont Hard Cider Co.



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pecial Spaces Tri-Cities is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help make a difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses by designing and creating their dream bedrooms. Thanks to a donation from Electric 94.9’s Acoustic Christmas concert presented by Kia of Johnson City, Special Spaces Tri-Cities was able to create the bedroom of Maddie’s dreams on July 19, 2014! Maddie requested a “Rainforest”-themed bedroom while her sister, Morgan, who shares their room requested a “Paris” theme. With the help of many volunteers, the dream became a reality in just ONE DAY! The walls were painted, a new tropical leaf ceiling fan was installed, and new furniture, bedding, and accessories brought the two themes together into one beautiful special space! Eleven-year-old Maddie was diagnosed with a cancer known as Rhabdomysarcoma in 2013. After receiving radiation and chemotherapy, she is now thankfully in remission! Special Spaces was also able to do a “mini-makeover” in Maddie’s younger brothers’ room. Evan received his request for a Disney “Cars” theme through new “Cars” sheets and bedding, Route 66 decals and lamp, and a custom-painted “Radiator Springs” mural to hang on the wall! Special Spaces Tri-Cities receives their referrals from Niswonger Children’s Hospital and Children Exceeding Expectations School. For more information and bedroom makeover pictures, please visit the organization’s Facebook page: Special Spaces Tri-Cities.

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n Saturday, August 9th, the doors to the old Public Schools Building of Virginia were opened to assist students in returning to school. Communities in Schools of Southwest Virginia, the Chilhowie Community Backpack program, several area churches and generous individuals donated supplies to help all children return to school with adequate supplies and clothing. The program’s sponsor, Communities in Schools (CIS), helps students achieve in school, graduate and go on the bright futures. They aim to surround students with a communit of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. If you would like more information about CIS or how you can help your community, please contact the Executive Director, Sam McKinney (smckinney@bvps.org).

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he second annual Book It Baby 5K walk/run was held Sunday, August 10 at Domtar Park in Kingsport. This fun filled family event raises funds for the Sullivan County Imagination Library. The support of each participant makes it possible for children from birth to five years old to receive a free book each month in Sullivan County. If registered at birth, this means each child has a total of 60 books by the time they are five years old. The event was for the whole family and featured both competitive and non-competitive 5K entries. With the ages ranging from 10-65 there was something for everyone including children’s games, a sign up booth, and many other fun activities. Those who were not able to participate were still encouraging others and donated to support the wonderful gift of learning. STORY BY SAVANNA SMITH | PICTURES SUBMITTED

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FERGUSON

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F The Allison Family with the Bristol Tennessee and Virginia Mayors

Bill Clapp, Lee Powers, Joe Grandy, and David Brandt

erguson of Bristol recently changed locations and held a ribbon cutting and community party to celebrate. Vendors from all around Bristol came to show their support along with many of the community members. There was also a special guest family who attended. Nascar’s famous Allison family made an appearance to support the company. The family signed autographs and took pictures with the community and was also included in the ribbon cutting ceremony. Ferguson was more than grateful with the turnout and support they received. Ferguson is a diverse wholesale distributor with operations spanning multiple business groups. The company is ranked by trade publications as the largest wholesale distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the United States. It is Ferguson’s associates that make the difference though. The city of Bristol is glad to have such a great company to help drive the local economy.

Bristol, Tennessee Mayor Lee Powers, Bobby Allison and Bristol, Tennessee Vice Mayor Chad Keen

Bristol, Tennessee Mayor Lee Powers and Bristol, Virginia Mayor Catherine Brillhart

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t was Christmas in August at Niswonger Children’s Hospital, thanks to a visit from Santa and his elves! Santa and two of his helpers dropped by the hospital in Johnson City on Aug. 8 to see some of the patients, give out stuffed animals and Santa photos, and generally brighten the day for everyone. The visit was courtesy of Christmas at the Smoky Mountain Opry, located in Pigeon Forge. For more information on their shows, visit www.SmokyMtnOpry.com. Santa told the kids he was on vacation from his duties at the North Pole and just wanted to stop by East Tennessee to see how things were going. “We absolutely love doing this,” Mr. Claus said. “It’s amazing to see the smiles on their faces. That makes it all worthwhile for us. And the people here at the hospital do such a tremendous job helping these kids and their families.” Niswonger Children’s Hospital serves more than 200,000 children in a four-state, 29-county region and is home to one of only six St. Jude Affiliate Clinics. The hospital’s goal is to provide safe and child-friendly care that is centered on the patient and family.

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Miss Kingsport PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICKEY BAKER STORY BY SAVANNA SMITH

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he Miss Kingsport Pageant is the best way to kick off Funfest. The first Saturday in July, this year marks the pageant’s 61st year. That makes Miss Kingsport the second oldest pageant in Tennessee, right behind Miss Tennessee. This year, there were ten contestants who all rose money for a local branch of Children’s Miracle Network as an entry fee. In return, each contestant received a one hundred dollar scholarship to the school of their choice. Each contestant was scored in a number of categories including interview, evening gown swimsuit and talent. The one who scored highest in all categories- Miss Kingsport 2015, Jacquelyn Crawford. She stood on stage in disbelief as she was being crowned. Crawford was awarded a $1,000 gift certificate to Tricia’s by Design to fund her miss Tennessee Wardrobe, a Miss Tennessee official photo including hair and makeup courtesy of Mickey baker photography and more!

Executive Director Mary Hamilton along with her staff of volunteers, Marla Hamilton, Camaron Hamilton, and Whitney Allan Carr would like to thank sponsors Eastman, Servpro, WKPT-TV and Taylor Hamilton Insurance for their generosity. It is because of such great sponsors that Miss Tennessee is able to give out more money than any other state title.

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ingsport’s most common festival began in the fall of 1980 with an original theme of community unity. Since then, Fun Fest has grown and changed into something spectacular. It is now a summer staple in Kingsport and everyone looks forward to his or her favorite event. The week long festival kicks off with the famous Fun Fest parade and the activities never stop from there. This year some fan favorites were the kids zone, the cardboard boat race, the trash barrel paint in, and the Maker Faire.

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The Sunset Concert Series and The Taste are two of the biggest events of the festival. This year, many people were looking forward to seeing the big name artists who visited Kingsport to play in the series. Train was a crowd favorite as was Martina McBride and MercyMe. The Taste of the Tri-Cities was bigger than ever, hosting restaurants and vendors from all over our three-city region. Fun Fest was created as an effort to unite Kingsport residents, to help foster a belief that Kingsport is a caring community that is a good place to live and to work; and over thirty years later the festival still stays true to its purpose.

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egun over 30 years ago, the Paint-In has been a part of the Keep Kingsport Beautiful program and promotes placing trash into receptacles rather than left as litter. Families bring paint to decorate recycled cardboard shipping containers into bright and engaging trash containers.

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ach summer Fun Fest is kicked off with an early morning breakfast for sponsors and partners. The Meadowview Marriott partners with Fun Fest for this fun filled event to start the festival. The Meadowview hosts all funfest partners and sponsors who had a hand in making Funfest one of the best festivals in East Tennessee.

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MARDI GRAS

he official kick-off to Fun Fest each year is the Mardi Gras themed street party with local talented entertainers, bounce houses and food. The attendees enjoy the bead tosses held throughout the day. Regions Bank organizes this day of fun.

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nother long standing tradition is the Fun Fest parade organized in recent years by Food City. Anyone can be in the parade and if you are not in the parade, you are probably watching your friends in it.

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rmstrong Construction and Saint Dominic’s School have sponsored the Cardboard Boat Race since it began in 2010. Each year contestants build a boat using only cardboard, glue, paint and props and capable of being paddled the length of the Aquatic Center pool down and back.

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he Healthy Lifestyles Expo prior to the Crazy 8s events gives vendors a chance to connect with race participants.

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CRAZY 8S

ummer arrives when you see runners and walkers take to the streets of Kingsport to train for the world record holding Crazy 8s races. These activities attracts runners from 30 states and several foreign countries. Side events include Little 8s youth runs and Special 8s for special needs children. Neil’s Walk is a non-timed walk focusing on heart health.

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ake, Create, Craft, Build, Play - all these words describe the Kingsport Maker Faire. The faire is part county fair, part science fair and part Show and Tell. High tech and low tech get together to provide handson experiences in creativity. This activity is free to the public and sponsored by Northeast State Community College.

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KID’S CENTRAL

ctive play is the focus of this Niswonger Children’s Hospital event. From scheduled Fun Shops to old time games children are enjoying the best part of summer. For 3 days Johnson Elementary School grounds are taken over for all free activities.

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THE TASTE

hat’s a festival without food? The Taste, sponsored by Bank of Tennessee, has been a component of Fun Fest since the beginning. Along with our local restaurants, this year food trucks and vendors from outside the area brought new tastes to the festival.

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ink is an American Sign Language Comedian who performed his show at Warriors’ Path State Park on July 14th. Wink performed in American Sign Language, but had a vice interpreter so that everyone could enjoy the show. The event was sponsored by the Palmer Center Foundation, The Lions Club, and Charter Media.

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ur finale weekend concert series features national touring acts. This year Mercy Me, Martina McBride and train entertained our audiences. The popularity of this series brings in visitors from 32 states and over 100 Tennessee cities.

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reeclampsia is a dangerous disorder of pregnancy and the post-partum period. It is characterized by high blood pressure and protein in urine. Symptoms include extreme swelling, headache and sudden weight gain. The condition can lead to seizure and stroke in the mother and premature delivery for the baby, making it life-threatening to both mom and unborn baby. When Kelly and her husband, Chad, realized that they were going to have their first child, they experienced every normal, expecting parent emotion: elation, shock, fear, while also looking forward to their life as a new family. They did not consider that the lives of Kelly and their unborn child would soon be in jeopardy. It was 2007, and like many people, they believed that death in pregnancy was a thing of the past.

Every six minutes in the United States a pregnant woman and her baby face the life-threatening consequences of preeclampsia. In 2007, Kelly Thomas was one of those women.

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Kelly read all the popular pregnancy books, took prenatal vitamins regularly, and attended every obstetrician appointment. She did everything that she was supposed to do in order to ensure a healthy baby. Kelly’s own mother was even a nurse at her obstetrician’s office. Who could be set up for a more perfect pregnancy? But plans don’t always go as designed. “It was a difficult pregnancy,” Kelly said. “Being a first time mom, I thought what I was feeling was normal.” In the sixth month she had severe swelling. She did not realize that she was experiencing symptoms of preeclampsia.


“I was so swollen. My hands, my feet, my face. I didn’t even recognize myself in the mirror.” It was during this time that her doctor also became worried. Kelly’s blood pressure was high, 140/90. During a two-day hospital stay, Kelly remembers something her doctor said, “If we can make it just two more weeks.” “She said it almost to herself,” recalls Kelly, “I thought she had misspoken. I still had more than two months to go. I didn’t know that the average time of diagnosis of preeclampsia to delivery is two weeks.” There is currently no cure for preeclampsia, so health care providers have to manage the care of the mom while carefully monitoring the health of the baby to determine the best time to deliver. Kelly was released on bed rest under the stipulation that her mother would regularly check her blood pressure. Eight days later, her condition took a turn for the worse. That morning, Kelly’s mother came to evaluate Kelly’s blood pressure. It was dangerously elevated. The swelling was also noticeably worse and Kelly reported a sharp pain in the upper right quadrant of her abdomen. Knowledgeable of the dangers of preeclampsia, Kelly’s mother was worried. “My mom wanted me to go to the office with her to be checked as soon as the doctor arrived. I refused. I had an appointment at 1:00 pm that day; I thought, surely I will be fine until then. I didn’t want to be the whiney pregnant girl. I didn’t understand the danger. But my mom used the, I’m-your-mother-tone so I went with her, begrudgingly.” Her doctor immediately sent Kelly to the hospital. By the time of her scheduled appointment, Kelly was in an ambulance to Johnson City Medical Center. Her blood pressure was climbing. She was at serious risk for seizure and stroke. “When we got to Johnson City I was immediately given a steroid shot to help the baby’s lungs mature. I knew that the situation wasn’t good. But I still didn’t understand that my life was in jeopardy,” Kelly said. “I thought I was going to lose them,” Chad added. Kelly’s condition deteriorated. Her blood pressure was 210/120. She was diagnosed with HELLP syndrome, a

severe variant of preeclampsia where a pregnant woman’s liver and red blood cells stop working. To save Kelly’s life and the baby, an emergency cesarean was preformed. Their daughter, Carley, was born 7 weeks early weighing 2 pounds 15 ounces. Kelly was released in stable condition from the hospital eight days later; however her blood pressure was being controlled with two medications. Carley spent 21 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Thankfully, she came home small but healthy. Months later, Kelly wondered what had happened to the perfect pregnancy she had imagined. Through a search online she found the Preeclampsia Foundation. The Preeclampsia Foundation seeks to educate women about the signs and symptoms of preeclampsia. This knowledge helps pregnant women to understand what is normal and when they need to seek help. The Preeclampsia Foundation raises funds to educate medical professionals and catalyze vital research. Sadly, 76,000 women and 500,000 infants world-wide die due to preeclampsia each year. The Promise Walk for Preeclampsia is the Preeclampsia Foundation’s annual awareness and fundraising event in communities across the country. Chad and Kelly have coordinated a Promise Walk in Abingdon since 2008. “We started it for Carley,” Kelly said, “in an effort to help make a difference before she is ready to begin her family.” According to Kelly there is another driving force that keeps them going. “Women need to be educated. My mom made me seek help because she understood the severity of my situation. I didn’t. With out her urging I would not have gone to see my doctor that morning. That could have been a fatal mistake. We keep coordinating the Promise Walk to educate and empower our community. Knowing the signs of preeclampsia will help a mother save her life and her baby’s.” The Promise Walk for Preeclampsia will be held again next year in Abingdon. For more information and to register for the event, visit promisewalk.org/abingdon.


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EXALT 4 Annual Cut-A-Thon

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xalt Academy of Cosmetology hosted their 4th Annual CUTA-THON on Thursday, August 7th 2014 from 9 a.m. - until 9 p.m. This Backpack Food Program was held just in time for the new school year to supply needy and homeless children in the Bristol area with food. In addition to free haircuts all day long, there was a raffle for a big-screen TV; and the school had an impressive silent auction, with items donated from local businesses to help increase the amount of food provided. Exalt Academy of Cosmetology hosts exciting and lucrative fundraising programs twice a year to benefit the children in the Bristol Area. They are located off exit 7 at 102 Bonham Road Ste 4 in Bristol, Virginia. For more information call, 276.644.3373. PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY JADA SHERFEY

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MATT BOOTH at Ligero Cigar lounge PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY BY SAVANNA SMITH

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igero Cigar Lounge is always bringing a big name in the world of cigars to the Tri-Cities. The lounge has hosted many great aficionados and master blenders over the years and Wednesday, August 6 was no exception. Ligero welcomed Matt Booth to the lounge to display his cigar line and meet members. Everyone enjoyed great food and a special one of a kind bourbon hand picked by owner Joey Nickels. Matt Booth began in the jewelry industry and transitioned into making cigars when he realized how hand crafted each cigar is. He is the owner and founder of Room 101, an accessories brand that offers everything from jewelry to smoking accessories to now cigars. Booth is a firm believer in originality and shows it in every accessory and cigar he manufactures. He lives life to the fullest and has no limits and encouraged everyone at Ligero to do the same.

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Joey Nickles and Matt Booth

Lee House and Linnie Brasfield

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igaredo’s was established in Mexico in 2006 and relocated to Abingdon Virginia in 2010. Chef Naomi Figaredo met her husband, Santiago, while working at Le Cirque in Mexico. They have both worked working in the restaurant industry for over fifteen years. They joined their talents to create a high quality Italian restaurant. Located on Main Street Abingdon, Figaredo’s has dishes such as homemade pastas and brick oven pizza. The menu is guaranteed to provide a variety of flavors from fresh local ingredients. Tuesday, July 2nd Figaredo’s rooted themselves in the heart of Abingdon even more with the grand opening of the Barter Banquet room. This room is in the back of the restaurant and is closed off, great for private events. The beautiful, spacious banquet room has colorful pictures from multiple Barter productions lining the walls; as well as a beautiful view of the historic downtown. Both the Barter and Figaredo’s are honored to be working together to make the town of Abingdon great. To learn more about Figaredo’s and their Barter room, please visit their website at figaredos.com.

Christina Webb, Susan Howard, and Amanda Leslie

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Janet Woolwine and Ryan Roorda

Katherine Foreman and I.B. Dent

Blue Gotham and Heidi McElroy

Regina Belcher and Richard Rose

Naomi, Sofia, and Santiago Figaredo

Mary and Otey Dudley, with Robert Gilmer

Judy and Paul Levine

Beckie Armstrong and Stella Gilmer

Cathy Lowe and Kyle Macione

Carson Gilmer and Cliff Salyer

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ALLANDALE FALLS

BOYD INSURANCE

BRISTOL YOGA

Allandale Falls is a comfortable and spacious apartment community conveniently located right on the outskirts of Kingsport. The complex is always thinking of residents and always updating with new and better improvements. This August, Allandale Falls renovated their community gym. The renovation now allows residents to use the best gym equipment available at their convenience. To lean more about the Allandale falls community, please visit their website at allandalefalls.com.

Boyd Insurance Agency Inc. celebrated the opening of their new Allstate Insurance office with a ribbon cutting on August 7, 2014. The community, as well as family and friends, joined the Bristol Chamber of Commerce to help celebrate and show their support. Patrick Boyd, an exclusive Allstate agent, opened Boyd Insurance, located at 102 Bonham Road, Suite 10 in Bristol, VA in June. Mr. Boyd and his staff can be reached at (276)285-3700.

Bristol Yoga Center held a ribbon cutting on August 13th to celebrate the opening of their new yoga center in Bristol. Friends and family were on hand, along with the Bristol Chamber of Commerce to welcome this beautiful and beneficial business into the Tri-Cities. Shelly Bullock, the founder of Bristol Yoga Center and the six other certified and experienced yoga instructors invite you to their location at 1504 King College Rd. Suite 1 & 2 in Bristol. For more information call (423)797-6550.

EAST COAST WINGS

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July 24, East Coast Wings held a ceremonial groundbreaking for their new Kingsport location. Construction is underway and a grand opening will be coming soon! East Coast Wings has already opened one Tri-Cities Location and is very excited to open the next. East Coast Wings and grill started in 1995 in Winston Salem and has worked its way around North Carolina and now into East Tennessee. The restaurant is a full service dining experience that focuses on great food. Look for the Kingsport location soon!

Thursday, August 14 Officials from Family Ministries cut a ribbon on a new school. The ribbon cutting took place at their Camp Creek campus at the Stokes Path Academy site. Many friends and supporters of Family Ministries’ turned out for the occasion. This expansion has added 10,000-square-foot of much needed classroom space and counseling facilities for the children served by Family Ministries. For more information about Family Ministries, please contact Colleen Cox, Director of Marketing and Corporate Development at 423.943.4989 or ccox@fwbfm.com

The Founders Park ribbon cutting was Saturday July the 12th in downtown Johnson City. Mayor Brocklin opened the ceremony. Special thanks go out to city manager Pete Peterson, the many city employee’s and donors. This park is the first of a series of parks to be built in Johnson City with a dual purpose to display art and to control flooding in downtown Johnson City. The two permanent works of art among the sixteen are at the entrance and were donated by Steve Fabritore owner of Tupelo Honey Café’. These two are the Founders Park Arch created by Berry Bate and the Mosaic Sundial created by Tom Shultz.


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FIRST MED FAMILY CLINIC

July 22nd, Dr. Frank Merendino and staff cut the ribbon on their new practice. Located at 300 Clinchfield Street, Ste. 260 in Kingsport, Dr. Merendino and his staff are devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile. The office provides quality dental services and comprehensive treatment. Dr. Merendino is committed to earning the trust of his patients by treating them as special individuals. To schedule your next appointment, please call 423-246-6135 or visit them online at tricitiesdentalcare.com.

Dr. Robert Maughon and nurse practitioner, Danielle Davis of the new First Med Family Clinic in Kingsport held a ribbon cutting with family, friends, members of the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Kingsport city officials present to show their support. First Med offers many different services including needleless allergy testing, weight loss management, primary care, immunotherapy, and drug testing. Walk-ins are welcome and The First Med staff invites you to their convenient location across from Food City at 1229 N. Eastman Rd., Suite 210. For appointments call (423) 765.2243.

OASIS OF KINGSPORT

SHELBEE’S

The Oasis of Kingsport cut a ribbon on their brand new business in August. Located at 1009 East Sullivan Street, The Oasis is a safe haven that offers basic services to educate and empower women for independent living. The mission of the Oasis is to provide self-sufficiency to low-income women in Kingsport area. The Oasis works hard to empower women through love, laughter and laundry. The hours are 8:00 am- 3:00 pm. Any woman is welcome anytime at the Oasis. To learn more about volunteering, donating, or simply stopping in, please visit their Facebook page.

August 12 Shelbee’s Vintage Café and Catering were officially opened in Downtown Bristol with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The eatery opened in 2009 on Bluff City Highway but is glad to be on State Street. The Café specializes in food ranging from cupcakes to layer cakes, from brownies and sandwiches; there is something for everyone! Additional items and services include jewelry and massages. Next time you are hungry and find yourself on State Street, check out one of the best café’s in town located at 504 State Street, beside the paramount. The eatery is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 am- 6 pm.


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he 2nd Annual State of the Cities event, held Aug. 14 at the Bristol Train Station, put the mayors of Bristol, Catherine Brillhart (Virginia) and Lea Powers (Tennessee) directly in the spotlight as they spoke to an audience of business leaders about plans for their respective cities. The sold-out event, hosted by the Bristol Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by CenturyLink, also featured Virginia Delegate Israel O’Quinn and Tennessee Representative Jon Lundberg.

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The focus, however, was squarely on the Bristol mayors who talked about a variety of topics. Powers made business development a focal point of her address. She also discussed a red carpet tour that Bristol Tennessee hosted for more than a dozen industrial site consultants from across the United States. Brillhart’s speech was highlighted by the ongoing development of the downtown area, as well as tourism and the recently opened Birthplace of Country Music Museum. She also focused on the new businesses that have opened, or will be opening soon, on the Virginia side of town. Joy Madison, the Bristol Chamber of Commerce’s president and CEO, felt the State of the Cities event once again served its purpose. “Our governments are very accessible on both sides of Bristol,” she said. “But this gives our citizens another opportunity to get together and not only what Bristol, Tennessee does or what Bristol, Virginia does, but what they do together, which I feel is very important. I’m not really sure everybody realizes just how much cooperation happens across the borders but hopefully this event helps to puts a spotlight on that.”

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