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South Knox FOCUS Community Weekly Poll* Hosts In your opinion, Commemoration should the county-wide By Focus Staff constitutional The South Haven officers, such community in South as the County Knoxville will be Clerk, Register of hosting a community Deeds, Trustee, commemoration of last year’s violent hail and Property Assessor thunderstorm. Most of and Law Director, South Knoxville was hit be elected by hard by thunderstorms the people or and a possible tornado appointed by the last April 27 and the “From Hewll And Back” event will County Mayor? be held at Hillcrest United Methodist Church at 1615 ELECTED 85.94% Photo by Dan Andrews. Price Avenue. APPOINTED 14.06% Folks are being Pat Summitt and friends watch UT play Georgia last October from the sidelines at Neyland Stadium. encouraged to bring Survey conducted pictures from the storm and April 17, 2012. there will be prizes for the * Focus Weekly Polls are conducted by an independent, professional polling “biggest hail stone” as well The End of an Era: company. as the “most hail-damaged automobile.” There will be a raffle for a weather radio, gift certificates from local Pat Summitt Steps Aside restaurants, and more. By Alex Norman Nick Pavlis, South Let’s start with UT… the University certainly looks and KCS to Host a Knoxville’s City Councilman, Over the past few days, you’ve likely read many feels a lot different today than it did when Summitt took said, “It should be a great articles about Pat Summitt. over the reigns of the women’s basketball program in Recruitment event and our community You’ve read about her years coaching the Lady Vols 1974. And since then, the name Pat Summitt has been is still healing from that (38), her career victories (1098), and her national synonymous with the University of Tennessee. Job Fair storm.” championships (8). Winning has helped of course… championship The event begins at 5:30 But those statistics, as record breaking and impressive coaches get more attention than mediocre ones. But The Knox County p.m. and last until 7:30 p.m. as they might be, don’t properly represent what Summitt Summitt’s style, intensity, her stare… those things made S c h o o l s H u m a n A free picnic dinner will be has meant to the University of Tennessee… and to her a popular choice with the media. And Summitt Resources Department provided. women’s athletics in this country. Continue on page 4 will host a Recruitment Job Fair on Saturday, April 28 at Central High School located at 5321 Jacksboro Pike. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and showcases both teaching and non-teaching job opportunities within the Knox County Schools. Various representatives from many Knox County Schools and service areas will be onsite to meet and interview candidates. In addition, early contracts and signing bonuses will be offered for certified positions with critical needs. photo by Dan Andrews. For more information, An overwhelming show of support and solidarity was demonstrated Thursday night at the Pension Review meeting as City Employees Association visit www.knoxschools. head Anita Cash (at podium) rallied the city workers. org. Knoxville To Host 2014 Medal of Honor Convention

As announced last month, event for Knoxville,” said each year. here,” said Thompson. for his heroic acts in the School as part of the Knoxville, Tennessee will Joe Thompson, who shares At this point, the The host committee is in Vietnam War, who was Medal of Honor Society’s be the host city of the host committee co-chair Knoxville Medal of Honor the process of obtaining the featured speaker at character development 2014 Medal of Honor responsibilities with Chris host committee estimates sponsorships and planning Morgan Keegan’s annual program. Later in the day Convention October 1 - 4, Coyne. “Our goal is to make the economic impact to the scale of the events, “In the Company of Heroes” Davis spoke to several 2014. Last Wednesday, this the best Medal of Honor the region may exceed which will ultimately luncheon, also represented hundred service men and leaders convened to share Convention ever and to put $2 million. “In addition include attendance into the the Medal of Honor Society woman at the McGhee more information about the Knoxville on the map as an to the budget to produce thousands for several of the at a variety of events to help Tyson Air National Guard convention and its positive ideal location for military- the convention, convention’s associated publicize the upcoming Base. economic impact on the related conventions and which is anticipated to events. convention. City of Knoxville Mayor city of Knoxville and the reunions in the process.” exceed $1 million and Today marked the The day began with Madeline Rogero cited local surrounding region. In addition to the Medal of almost all of which will be official announcement of an HonorAir sendoff of a initiatives supporting and “We are two and a Honor Convention, there spent with local vendors, the selection of Knoxville plane-full of veterans and commemorating veterans half years away from are military reunion groups the visitors we’ll bring as the host city for the chaperones to Washington, as important in the city’s the convention, but we from all services and eras to Knoxville will have an 2014 Medal of Honor D.C. at 8:30 a.m., followed selection as the host of are already hard at work which produce dozens of impact through their hotel Convention. Sammy Davis, by a presentation by Davis the 2014 event. “HonorAir planning this milestone events and gatherings stays and purchases while Medal of Honor recipient at Sacred Heart Cathedral Continue on page 3

Expires 04-27-12 PAGE A2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 Poll Results Should Send A Message Publisher FOCUS [email protected] have given the County of the Charter Review County simply preferred Mayor the power to appoint Committee will surely try choosing their own The latest poll conducted the Law Director, Property and press ahead with giving officials. The offending Weekly Poll by The Focus should send a Assessor, Trustee, and the County Mayor the power question frankly plainly message to the members Register of Deeds. to appoint currently elected stated the obvious: do In your opinion, should the county- of the Knox County Charter The opinion was virtually of fices. The Knoxville News- you prefer keeping certain wide constitutional officers, such as Review Commission. More the same amongst both Sentinel has predictably offices elected rather the County Clerk, Register of Deeds, than 85% of those polled female and male voters. been loudly ringing the than appointed. A healthy Trustee, Property Assessor and Law favor keeping countywide Voters in every age category same old bell to call home majority of Knox Countians Director, be elected by the people or offices elected rather supported keeping county- the cows and the Sentinel did indeed prefer elected than appointed. While the wide offices elected and has complained that the officeholders to having appointed by the County Mayor? reason for reviewing the every County Commission reason voters rejected the them appointed by the Knox County Charter has district favored retaining proposed amendment was Mayor and there is every ostensibly been to work elected officeholders. due solely to the wording reason to believe the result out a few small kinks in National pollsters employed by then Law will be the same, although the system, some have long frequently conduct polls Director Bill Lockett. There it won’t be especially wanted the opportunity to with samplings of opinion seems to be an inability on surprising to see an effort reverse the decision made of about the same number the part of The Sentinel and to come up with artful and by the voters in rejecting of those polled in Knox some of the professional confusing language. By Age Elected Appointed a proposed Charter County. do-gooders to accept the 18-29 100.00% [None] amendment that would Still, certain members notion the people of Knox 30-49 77.94% 22.06% 50-65 83.95% 16.05% 65+ 89.05% 10.95% Total 85.94% 14.06% By District The World Came to Knoxville 1 84.38% 15.63% For one entire summer, World’s Fair. “There” attendance was especially exciting. 2 87.27% 12.73% I walked the route every referred to Knoxville, which As the pavilion names for the visiting 3 86.00% 14.00% day on my way to work. I had been dubbed by some countries were read, World’s Fair 4 79.22% 20.78% would leave The University media as the “scruffy employees—neatly dressed in white 5 81.25% 18.75% of Tennessee campus little city.” However, city uniforms with a military flair—escorted 6 88.33% 11.67% and head up Cumberland officials and World’s Fair them. The towering Sunsphere, with Avenue. As I started up the Committee members its golden globe top, was billed as the 7 91.80% 8.20% hill toward Henley Street, I seemed determined to main attraction and was later seen in 8 91.23% 8.77% would often cast a glance By Ralphine Major change that image; and on the opening segment of the Miss USA 9 85.71% 14.29% toward Bradley’s Steak [email protected] May 1, 1982, the “scruffy Pageant. Total 85.94% 14.06% House on the left. I could little city” welcomed the The fair brought sights and sounds never have imagined then world to Knoxville. that would become a part of our daily By Gender how differently the site would look It was a beautiful May day when we lives for the six-month period, such Unknown 88.46% 11.54% nine years later. watched the opening day festivities as the Waters of the World lined with Female 86.59% 13.41% “You’ve got to be there” was the on television. Seeing the United festive flags. The Energy Express could Male 84.98% 15.02% slogan used to promote the 1982 States President, Ronald Reagan, in Continue on page 4 Total 85.94% 14.06% Sign the bill, Bill public school system that opposition. The same sacrificed clarity on the scientific community that altar of secularism decades once used compatibility ago. as a reason to teach Opponents of the new evolution, has long since law are having a collective abandoned that argument By Richie Beeler meltdown at the notion in its attempts to wall any of God being given acknowledgment of God equal standing with the out of public education. There’s a new law in Almighty Charles Darwin. Fact is, the Bible and Tennessee. Just a few You can hear their cries science have not always weeks ago the State from the Smokies to the been compatible. For Legislature, by a bi-partisan Mississippi. example the Bible, written 3 to 1 margin, passed a bill “ Creationism is between 2,000 and 3,500 allowing educators to teach religion!” years ago, has always creationism alongside (So is evolution.) taught that life can only evolution in Tennessee “It’s not science!” come from life. Science public schools. According (Neither is evolution.) discovered this in the past to our State Constitution, “The Bible and science 200 years. During the time

such a bill becomes law are not compatible!” when the Bible was written, photo by Dan Andrews. after ten days even if the (Now there’s a change of science thought the earth Governor Bill Haslam catches up with Knoxville City Councilman Marshall Stair Governor does not sign it. tune.) was flat and rested on the during the governor’s visit to Blount Mansion on Friday. The purpose of Haslam’s He didn’t. And it did. If you know your history, back of a mythical creature. visit was to discuss the efforts to restore and preserve the historic site. Knowing that a veto would back in the early years of The Bible, however, states face a certain override the 20th century, when it that “God hangs the earth by the General Assembly, was Darwinian evolution on nothing.” Governor Haslam chose that was fighting to get Had the Bible always the heavens and the creatures gradually evolved On the Origin of Species, to express his symbolic in the classroom, its agreed with science, it earth.” The first statement into humans, at what point he taught us much about opposition to the measure supporters vowed that it would have been wrong from the Book of Genesis in the process did we species and almost nothing by allowing it to become law was in no way a threat to countless times over the is the very foundation of become accountable to about origin. without his signature. It was religion and was actually centuries. Science on all truth. Its implications God for our behavior? Did In the century and a a disappointing decision perfectly compatible with the other hand is always are staggering. Here are Jesus die on the cross just half that followed, radical from an otherwise skilled Christianity and other discovering. Oftentimes, just two: 1) everything for humans, or are really secularists have hijacked and capable leader. faiths. discovering that what it that exists was created smart apes also included his research and turned In citing his reasons They were lying through previously discovered was by a self-existent Being. in the plan of redemption? it into a weapon of mass for not signing, the their highly evolved teeth. not correct. The Bible never 2) every person created is If you are a Christian, destruction in their atheistic Governor praised the bill’s Any honest Darwinian discovers. That is because accountable to that Being. stop fooling yourself. crusade against religion. All overwhelming bi-partisan knows that evolution is it was written by an eternal Now some would suggest Science has been wrong Tennessee is doing is giving support, but criticized the merely the attempt of Being that already knows that somewhere in the before, and it will be wrong people who value the truth measure stating that “good science to explain life and everything. It isn’t a science first chapters of Genesis, again. In the 1970s they a weapon with which to legislation should bring its origin without God in the book. But when it speaks everything evolved just the told us that the planet was fight back. clarity and not confusion.” equation. And any attempt on such matters, it speaks way science claims it did. headed for an ice age. Now I only wish our leader Well, yeah, that’s the to interject the idea of an truth. But that presents a difficult it’s apparently overheating. were fighting with us. whole point. The bill IS intelligent deity into the Such as the truth that “in question. If God created When Darwin wrote his trying to restore clarity to a mix is met with vicious the beginning, God created everything, and then His ground-breaking work

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to the school system, Lane Kiffin. In fact, UT the presidency of Wade Tennessee to use as a money spent to acquire save perhaps at budget seemingly had to hire just Gilley who left UT in residence for the President and retain the “best” isn’t time, it is embarrassing. about every member of 2001. Schumaker inked of UT. Schumaker had been always money well spent. With the current budget Kiffin’s family to get him to a deal paying him a total unhappy with the stately Logic would dictate that request of Superintendent Tennessee. of $733,550; that sum old home even after almost the truth lies somewhere Jim McIntyre requiring a The financial deals these allegedly made Schumaker $800,000 in renovations in the middle. Good old 35 cent increase in the individuals have been one of the highest paid and improvements had common sense tells us that property tax, the school awarded have certainly university presidents in the been made. Schumaker we could buy our children system has been busily reflected the desire to entire country. insisted upon further the “best” pair of athletic preoccupied with assorted attract the “best” possible Schumaker, like Jim renovations and furnishings sneakers at a cost of $500, public appearances and individuals and have been McIntyre, was adept in totaling almost another half yet if we are only able to media events to lure the eye-popping. While the directing impressive- a million dollars. spend half that amount, By Steve Hunley, public into supporting a President of the University sounding phrases about Schumaker haggled are we terrible parents for Publisher request Knox County Mayor of Tennessee has never education and investing in with UT over a severance not having bought the best [email protected] Tim Burchett has flatly said been as well compensated the future. Unfortunately, package after being let go, for our beloved children? he will not recommend. as a football coach, John Schumaker’s fall came an embarrassing episode Probably not. The logic of attracting Schumaker managed to swif tly, profoundly and since his departure in Eventually nicely turned Since the Knox County the “best” person for the wrangle an impressive deal embarrassing both the 2003, no other President of phrases must translate Superintendent of Schools job in education is hardly and the Board of Trustees University and the Board the University of Tennessee into a definable pattern of became an appointive new to Knox County. It is did all they could to keep of Trustees. has been offered so success with a discernible rather than an elected a philosophy practiced by him happy. Schumaker was toppled generous a compensation result and benefit to those office, one refrain Knox the University of Tennessee What likely attracted the from his post due to package. Yet, it clearly who have sacrificed and Countians hear repeatedly Board of Trustees, which UT Board’s attention to allegations of financial illustrates the search made an investment. is the emphasis on “the oddly functions much Schumaker was the fact he irregularities. A number of the “best” so often Today, the former home best”. We want the best like the current Board of had managed to increase of allegations were made, promoted by many of the of University of Tennessee Superintendent, the Education in Knox County. the University of Louisville’s but what most Knoxvillians professional do-gooders in Presidents sits in its stately best teachers, the best The UT Board of Trustees endowment funding from clearly remember are our community. Even the grandeur, put up for sale by students, the best of were rigidly practicing the $183 million to more than Schumaker’s complaints mighty Board of Trustees, UT. The beautiful old home everything. Of course the philosophy of bringing the half a billion dollars. With about the official residence which is comprised of some failed to sell at auction and best of everything is always best to Tennessee when dollar signs dancing in of the University of of the most successful remains on the market. It expensive, which is exactly they employed Wade Gilley their heads, the Board of Tennessee President. and brilliant individuals is a sad legacy for having why we hear that constant and John Schumaker. It Trustees moved to get the Renowned and highly in Tennessee, for the sought the best and refrain. And who doesn’t didn’t stop with just the “best” for the University successful attorney Ray University of Tennessee are failed. want the best for his or her presidency of the University; of Tennessee. The Board, E. Jenkins had donated not infallible. children? It is as ingrained once again, to attract the like just about everybody the imposing home on The refrain of always in parents as breathing. best, the UT folks employed else in Knoxville, had been Cherokee Boulevard in seeking the “best” doesn’t Local media outlets a young coach to lead the astonished and perhaps the heart of Sequoyah mean we usually get it; pay so little real attention Tennessee Volunteers, a little embarrassed by Hills to the University of nor does it mean all the TR When this paper comes out, we will have just had Earth Day on the previous Saturday. Many Knoxville residents will have attended Earthfest or some other Earth Day event, while many others won’t even have realized the day at all. Some will even scoff at the idea of Earth Day and make derogatory remarks about nature lovers being pansy, hippy tree-huggers. I’m not exactly sure where that mentality comes from. The first environmentalist I ever learned about was Theodore By Sarah Baker Roosevelt. As far as I know, the 26th bakers@knoxfocus. president always had a haircut and com a real job. He never joined PETA or burned a draft card. As a matter of fact, he was an expert huntsman who was a hero in the Spanish-American War. Did I forget to mention that he was a leader of the Republican Party? We’re talking Teddy, not FDR. His face is on Mount Rushmore for crying out loud. He led the Rough Riders up San Juan Hill. He was no wimp. During his term as president, he created the U.S. Forest Service and 150 National Forests. He also signed legislation establishing five national parks and Air bubbles in Third Creek are created by the aeration system. 18 national game preserves. In addition, he protected a large portion of the Grand Canyon and established 18 national monuments. He laid the groundwork for what would become the National Park Service. City of Knoxville Crews Use As a conservative and an environmentalist, Roosevelt explained, “I recognize the right and duty of this generation to develop and use the nature resources of our land; but Aeration To Help Third Creek I do not recognize the right to waste them, or to rob, by wasteful use, the generations that come after us.” Crews with the City of Knoxville down below the water’s surface. Air 15 and is now manageable, though The stereotyping goes both ways though. Just as all Public Service and Stormwater compressors were then brought in to firefighters continue to concentrate environmentalists are not unemployed nut jobs, not all Engineering departments have push air through the pipes, creating on hot spots. City resources have hunters and gun owners are barbarian nature haters. created an aeration system in Third a turbulent effect -- like blowing air been used to haul debris away About two years ago, I was in a situation where I did not Creek to help manage mulch runoff through a straw into your drink to from the site, which will result in feel safe. My friend and her husband took me to the rifle and improve conditions for fish that make bubbles. normal brush collection schedules range to teach me how to shoot a gun. It wasn’t as scary have been affected by the fire at “This is just a partial solution, but being suspended for the next week. as I thought it would be. It reminded me of when my father Shamrock Organic. we want to do everything reasonable Residents should place yard waste taught me to swing a golf club. At the rifle range and at The City is working with the to keep pollution in the water to a out for collection, but it might be two the driving range you’ll hear “follow through and don’t Tennessee Department of minimum,” said David Hagerman, to three weeks before it is collected. bend your elbow.” Environment & Conservation on the professional engineer with the City’s Managers in the field are tracking I have seen more than a few nature lovers at the rifle aeration process that is pumping Stormwater Management. “TDEC needs and routing resources as range. One of the reasons why hunters hunt is their oxygen into the creek at two points. came out this morning and was very needed. enjoyment of the outdoors, much like Teddy Roosevelt. The mulch fire and runoff have appreciative of what we were trying Also at the aeration site, the City My friends, the same ones who taught me how to shoot released material into Third Creek, to do and offered suggestions, but is pumping mulch water runoff from a gun, also recycle, compost, and use a rain barrel. They causing a reduction in the water’s there will need to be a permanent East Fork Creek onto grass, where are conservatives in the true sense of the word. They oxygen content. To push oxygen back containment system in place onsite it may increase oxygen and reduce conserve. into the water, crews drilled holes once the fire is extinguished.” debris before flowing back into the Another misconception I see is the idea that being in PVC pipes and weighted them The mulch fire began Sunday, April creek. an environmentalist means that you worship the Earth Continue on page 4 Knoxville To Host 2014 Medal of Honor Convention Cont. from page 1 East Tennessee World War HonorAir send off this be more delighted to host Knoxville was founded by II and Korean War veteran morning was an emotional this fantastic convention Eddie Mannis, who serves by flying those veterans to experience that only began in Knoxville in October as chief operations officer Washington, D.C. to see to tell those veterans how 2014.” and deputy to the mayor the memorials built in their much we appreciate their For more information, of the city of Knoxville,” honor is truly inspiring,” service to ensure the visit www.mohknoxville. said Rogero. “HonorAir’s said Rogero. “Kicking off freedoms we continue to com. dedication to honoring today’s events with an enjoy today. We could not PAGE A4 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 SeymourFocus MORE on South Knoxville TaeKwonDo to participate in Festival of Reading Knox County Public to contact Donna Martin, Library will be holding their Program Director, at 865- annual Children’s Festival 579-6300 or email her at Seymour Intermediate School officials and students along with friends from U.S. Cellular on March celebrate of Reading at World’s Fair [email protected] for the unveiling of the school’s new computer lab, which was purchased through shared funds from Seymour Primary School Park on Saturday, May more information. South when it won the 2011 U.S. Cellular Calling All Communities grand prize of $150,000. Seymour Primary School shared its 19th, and South Knoxville Knoxville TaeKwonDo winnings with the other schools in the community, and Seymour Intermediate School used its share of $37,500 to refur- TaeKwonDo International International will be bish the computer lab with 25 new computers, a projector, computer software and more. U.S. Cellular’s Calling All Com- will be there to promote accepting autographed munities campaign awards $1 million to schools across the nation in support of education and will return in the fall of children’s reading in a big books (picture books, 2012. Pictured from left to right: U.S. Cellular associate Autumn Galyon; Seymour Intermediate School Principal Peggy way! Owner, Master 5th middle grade, and young Oakes; and Shirley Clepper of U.S. Cellular authorized agent store Network Technologies in Seymour. Degree Black Belt Bobby adult fiction or nonfiction) Hargis, will have a booth or autographed swag at the festival with literary items (bookmarks, activities for the children posters, postcards, as well as a free giveaway brochures, etc) through of autographed children’s May 5th, in order for books from around the local authors to be able to world. Authors already participate at their booth. signed up to partner This will be a wonderful with South Knoxville opportunity to showcase TaeKwonDo International local talent within the include Susanna Leonard children’s book arena. Hill, Heather Newman, South Knoxville Debbie LaCroix, Salina TaeKwonDo International Yoon, Ann Haywood is a community leader Seymour Cruise In Lea, Tracey Cox, Sarah in promoting children’s Frances Hardy, Alayne Kay literacy through their Attendance was down some this Christian, Lisa Chottiner, participation in Knox week but we had a great time. Please Genevieve Petrillo and County’s Partners In remember not to arrive at Seymour many more, but they need Education and the Read Pharmacy before 7 p.m. for the Cruise your help! To Me programs. In. We had about 50 cars Friday and, Local and regional South Knoxville again, lots of new ones. The car of the children’s book authors TaeKwonDo International week is a 1969 AMX Rambler. Doug who are interested in is located at 6510 Loveday has great plans for his ride. His partnering with South Chapman Highway, next to wife bought him this car for a birthday Knoxville TaeKwonDo the Rush Fitnes s Complex. present for $2,000 over 20 years ago! International to help Their website address is Doug says he has plans for a motor promote their own www.knoxvilletkd.com. and to also paint it back original color books are encouraged (orange). Don’t forget the last Friday of every month: SWAP MEET. Call Dana a t 8 6 5 - 6 8 0 - 9 9 3 3 w i t h a n y q u e s t i o n s .

TR The World Came to Knoxville Cont. from page 3 His still, small voice. From -- that show love to God and Cont. from page 2 the times I attended to neighbor? For Christians, be heard as it canvassed or make an idol of it. I Centrifuge at Ridgecrest our ethics ought to be the grounds, and even now don’t see it that way. I see in North Carolina growing determined by love, in spite I can hear the catchy tune conservation as taking up, I have found it easier of stolen e-mails and other playing in my head. New care of a precious gift out to hear God’s voice when I scandals that cast doubt, life came to the landmark of respect for the One who block out the voices of this for some, on science.” Candy Factory building gave it to me. It boggles world. I haven’t found a Earth Day will have with restaurants and gift my mind that some people better place to do this than passed by the time you shops. The fair brought us who, in other ways, seemed in the woods. read this column. If you saw the Belgian waffle, See’s determined to give God the Steven D. Martin, a pastor me on Saturday, I am sure Candies, and Petros--which glory for creation become in Oak Ridge, addresses the I was not hugging a tree featured the meal served angry at attempts to protect issue of environmentalism or sitting with a blue bird in a corn chips bag. His creation. in an article he wrote for on my shoulder. Hopefully, Early in September, I have been involved in the Associated Baptist however, I will have found stories surfaced in the some kind of ministry most Press. “Shattered faith a creek to stick my feet media that some visitors to Waters of the World with the L&N Depot in the of my life, but I never feel in ambitious scientists in and will have lifted my “The Fair” were misdirected background taken by Ralphine Major. closer to God than when aside,” writes Martin. eyes up to the mountains to to the TVA&I (Tennessee I’m alone in the woods “Doesn’t basic Christian remember where my help Valley Agricultural & dwindled near the close World’s Fair Park. But, for and there is no traffic, sobriety demand that we comes from. Maybe I even Industrial) Fair on the of the World’s Fair, leaving six festive-filled months, no television, no internet live in ways that reduce spoke softly and carried a grounds of Chilhowee the locals with mostly millions came to Knoxville— there to distract me from our impact upon this world big stick. Park! The massive crowds stories, memories, and the the “scruffy little city.” The End of an Era: Pat Summitt Steps Aside Cont. from page 1 was more than willing to those devastating losses to or activity receiving Federal success. There would be at UConn. Tennessee lost Summitt chose to build a accommodate. She was Connecticut? financial assistance…” more than eight national that day, and eventually life in Knoxville. The state of always willing to take a few The UT football program This legislation opened championship banners in the Huskies would become Tennessee is a better place moments for reporters. hasn’t been anything for the the door for women in many the rafters at Thompson- the Lady Vols rival. UConn because Pat Summitt chose They didn’t necessarily have University to boast about in different forms… including Boling Arena if Summitt currently holds seven to stay home. to come from the New York quite some time. This is the sports. hadn’t been willing to help national championships, There will be more Times or ESPN either. time when it is crucial to get And Summitt did all she other coaches build their beating the Lady Vols in the champion ship s at Summitt realized that that Vols name out there… could to build up women’s own programs. finals four times. Tennessee, and more titles every time she took time that publicity can make a athletics… not only at Perhaps the most Summitt was willing to in women’s basketball. to do an interview, the difference with recruits, Tennessee, but across the important moment in the grow the game… even if it But there will never be Tennessee Lady Vols, and with boosters, with fans. nation. history of the Connecticut meant a few less titles. another Pat Summitt. the University of Tennessee Dealing with the media can Summitt’s family cared women’s basketball program The University of were getting publicity. be tiresome, but it pays so much about giving Pat was in 1995, when the Lady Tennessee is a better On the flip side of that dividends down the road. the opportunity to succeed Vols agreed to play a game place today because Pat coin, you have Tennessee’s Summitt understood that in sports, that they moved football program, which has part of the job, and never from Clarksville to Henrietta limited access as the years, shied away from it. when Pat was in high school and coaching staffs have As far as women’s athletics because Clarksville didn’t changed. in this country is concerned, have a girls basketball team. Following the crushing Summitt’s timing could not Summitt would go on to loss to Kentucky, Derek have been better. co-captain the US Women’s Dooley did the customary Title IX came into law in Basketball team to a silver post-game interviews inside 1972, just two years before medal in the 1976 Summer Commonwealth Stadium in Summitt’s coaching career Olympics. Lexington. began. That experience has He wasn’t heard from “No person in the United stayed with her throughout again in the press for more States shall, on the basis her lifetime. And she has than 5 weeks. Local media of sex, be excluded from spent countless hours made requests, but he was participation in, be denied working to make sure girls nowhere to be found. the benefits of, or be get similar opportunities. Think Summitt would subjected to discrimination Summitt grew the sport… have done that after one of under any education program at the expense of her own April 23, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B1

April 23, 2012

Tennova launches Getting2Great

From State Representative Harry Brooks

As I write this, it is Thursday afternoon. Today’s session adjourned about a half hour ago, and I have returned to the office for a bite of lunch before heading to a Budget Committee meeting. News just arrived of a crash or slide on Interstate 40 block- ing all eastbound lanes in Roane County. I had hoped to leave Nashville just in time to speak to the Powell Republican club tonight, but with the problems on the interstate, there is no way I can make it. Hopefully I can attend one of their meetings later this year to update them on legislative happenings. Photo by dan andrews. Today I want to discuss Tennova Healthcare’s Physicians Regional Medical Center and Turkey Creek Medical Center have launched a new initiative called Getting2Great two bills working their way (G2G). G2G is designed to build a stronger, more cohesive culture for the Tennova team of Associates, physicians, caregivers and leaders. The goal through the House this of G2G is to become an even stronger organization, providing extraordinary care to the community. Pictured above at the Turkey Creek Medical week. The first one has Center’s big launch are (left to right) Ayse Grillot, Linda Davis, Pat Fox, Andrea Roberts, Marla Thode, Brittany Bundren, Lisa Manfredo, Lana to do with DUI offenses. Sellars, Connie Aiello and Lance Jones. Generally speaking, under present law, upon convic- tion of a first DUI offense, the offender is fined Melanie Staten named between $350 and $1,500, is prohibited from driving a vehicle in this state for communications director for KSO one year, and sentenced to between 48 hours to 11 Melanie Staten has been tenth anniversary with the Knoxville-based Amputee months and 29 days of pro- named Communications KSO.” Coalition of America, a bation. Also, as a condition Director for the Knoxville Melanie brings many national non profit. of probation, the offender Symphony. She will be years of experience in As a church and show is ordered to remove litter directing the organiza- media and public relations. choir director, Melanie has during daylight hours from tion’s communications She served as Deputy conducted musicians of public roadways or publicly- efforts including strate- Assistant Press Secretary all ages: children, teens, owned property for a period gic communications plan- and also Managing Editor adults and senior citi- of 24 hours. In addition, if ning for the 2012-2013 of the White House News zens. As a choreographer at the time of the commis- season, media relations, Summary in the White and director, Melanie pro- sion of the DUI, the person Bill Landry to Headline social media and media House; Press Secretary duced many multi-gener- was accompanied by a promotion. to a Congressman ational musical reviews in child under eighteen, then “With an extensive from Illinois; Director of the Washington, D.C. met- the person must be pun- Gala at the Sunsphere background not only as Legislative and Political ropolitan area. She stud- ished by a mandatory mini- a public relations pro- Issues for the Chamber ied under choreographer mum incarceration of thirty Knoxville’s Sunsphere 6th floor of the Sunsphere fessional but also as a of Commerce of the U.S. John Jacobsen while serv- days and a mandatory mini- will welcome Bill Landry on filled with activity,” she said. musician, we welcome and later as Director ing as Director of Music at mum fine of $1,000. This Wednesday, May 16 from “We were pleased to see this Melanie to the KSO staff,” of Promotion for the Westminster at Lake Ridge requires that the minimum 11:30 until 1 p.m. as the deal develop and become a said Knoxville Symphony Chamber. She has been a in Lake Ridge, VA. Melanie incarceration of thirty days featured speaker for Lunch reality.” Orchestra Executive radio, television and news- lived in Northern Virginia be served consecutively for Laughers. Landry says he has been Director, Rachel Ford. paper reporter as well as for many years and relo- with any sentence for con- Prolific Living‘s Sara given two rules for the Lunch “This unique combination public relations director for cated to Knoxville four victions of DUI, vehicular Spangler, the exclusive book- for Laughers: l. Be yourself of skills aligns well with the a large retirement commu- years ago to marry author assault, vehicular homicide, ing agent for the Sunsphere, and 2. ONLY humorous sto- Symphony’s communica- nity in Northern Virginia. and newspaper colum- or aggravated vehicular says that hosting an event ries allowed. He says he has tions goals for the 2012- Most recently, she served nist Vince Staten. She is homicide. The new bill that includes Landry is a 2013 season, marking as Communications and currently on the Board of increases the penalty for thrill. “We love keeping the Continue on page 2 Maestro Lucas Richman’s Media Director for the Continue on page 4 Continue on page 2 PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 Annual awards season ends on high note for Weichert, Realtors® - Advantage Plus The year-end “awards Knoxville agency. The top awards presented to commission income or season” tour of events office itself was also agents annually by the units earned. congratulating agents presented with a 2011 franchise organization. Keith Allison also took and offices across the “Ambassador Cup,” one She was followed by a separate bow as the Weichert Real Estate of only 16 “awards of Executive Club inductees Tennessee-Kentucky Associates (WREA) excellence” presented James Corbitt, Elizabeth Broker Council’s Top network has conclud- to an office system-wide McDaniel, Keith Allison, Selling Agent in Units, ed-- with outstanding in 2011. Broker/ Owner Terry Patton, Mary-Ann and James Corbitt was results for WEICHERT, Jeff Grebe and Sales Linkowski and Susannah the Top Listing Agent in REALTORS® - Advantage Manager Dan Evans Dunn. GCI (gross commission Plus. The banquet held accepted the award The company’s Jan income) Council-wide for at the Hermitage Hotel in giving credit to the “hard Moore, Dottie Webb, the second year in a row. Nashville spotlighted win- work and tenacity of our Mike Legate, Jacqueline WEICHERT, ners of national awards agents, along with our Burg, John Sadler and REALTORS® - Advantage from both WREA and the tireless support staff,” Carol Zimmerman were Plus is located at 114 Weichert® Tennessee- Grebe said. recipients of the 2011 Lovell Road, Suite 102, Kentucky Broker Council. Among the hard work- Sales Achievement telephone 865-474- Weichert Affiliates ing agents to receive rec- Award. 7100. President Martin J. ognition was Christie Sox All national awards Rueter made the pre- stood out as an induct- are based on mini- sentations to agents, ee into the Ambassador mum requirement per photos by dan andrews. including 15 from the Club, the second of three award category in gross Knox County’s third Cash Mob was held Friday, April 13 at Strawberry Fields Market, located at 3701 Sutherland Ave- nue, and Red Onion Pizza & Subs, located at 3625 Suther- land Avenue. Owners of both establishments said the mob was a success and that the number of transactions were more than triple the usual number. Pictured above, author and commu- Bill Landry to Headline Gala at the Sunsphere nity activist Myles Walker took time out of his busy schedule to attend encourage the community to support local business. Cont. from page 1 Bill has agreed to headline and our work and these a book and want it signed, Below, Bobby and Robin Lane of Strawberry Fields Market. the event in honor of the stories behind the scenes Landry will take care of plenty of those. 30th year history of the really has meant a lot to you. This is an opportu- Lunch for Laughers will building. folks,” he said. nity for folks to kick back have a country theme Planners for the event Martha Woodward, local and laugh. Books will be on and include music, a pic- say that Landry will also writer and avid supporter sale before and after the nic-style lunch, plus some take time to sell and sign of the Sunsphere, says event as a courtesy for any truly special door prizes. It books. He has been burn- she became involved with fans who may want them. will be a time when people ing up the highway since the event because it is a Soft cover $27; hard cover can enjoy the majestic the debut of “Appalachian relief from all the negative $49. landscapes provided by Tales” and “Heartland news. “We are bombarded Tickets for Lunch for the Sunsphere and share Adventures,” published by 24/7 with mayhem. Seems Laughers are on sale now a tasty lunch with friends. Celtic Cat. Landry says he like all we hear about is and include admission and Those who attend are has nearly worn out the murder, war, missing chil- lunch. $16 for Individuals guaranteed side-splitting tires on his car traveling dren and angry mobs,” she and $120 for a Table of 8 laughter as Bill takes to the around on the book tour. said. “People need some- (if 8 seats purchased at From State Representative Harry Brooks microphone to entertain as Landry says the response thing refreshing and posi- one time). only Bill can. his fans have had to his tive. We need a break and You may buy tickets by Cont. from page 1 test or had a positive result The purpose of Lunch book has been overwhelm- some fun. I love to laugh. I contacting Woodward at violation of DUI when a from a drug test benefits for Laughers is to highlight ing and heart-warming. “It can‘t wait.” [email protected] child under eighteen is in will be denied.. In addition, the use of the Sunsphere does something to you. It You do not have to buy or 951-0319. the vehicle to require that the claimant is required to as a great place for meet- has made me very grate- a book to attend Lunch the mandatory minimum make and provide proof ings and events of all types. ful and humble. The Series, for Laughers. If you have thirty day sentence for this of a reasonable effort to offense be served con- secure work. Detailed secutive to any sentence information regarding con- received for a violation of tact with at least three specified other alcohol- employers per week or related offenses. In addi- attending a career center tion another minimum fine is required. Random verifi- of $1000 will be assessed cation will be made weekly to the base DUI violation to determine that claim- fine. ants are complying with the A second bill deals with requirement. unemployment insurance. We were told in session It disqualifies any claim- this morning to prepare to ant from receiving unem- remain into the week-end Spring Clearance Sale! ployment benefits if the next week by bringing extra claimant is receiving, or clothes and making hotel 4 DAYS ONLY has received, wages in lieu reservations. Fortunately of notice or a severance where I stay we are con- FRIDAY, APRIL 27 through MONDAY, APRIL 30th package from an employer firmed through the end of if that amount is equiva- the month, thus, making it lent of salary the employ- easy for me to extend my ee would have received if time. the employee was working If we finish by the end Home Theatre during that week. of the month of April, it Furthermore no one may will be the earliest we receive unemployment have adjourned in the ten Seating benefits if the person was years I have been in the discharged from the most Legislature. This will allow 25% - 50% off recent work due to layoff us to be back in our dis- by the employer, and the tricts where we can best employer offered the claim- serve our constituents ant the same job the claim- and spend more time with ant had prior to the layoff. our families. Thank you If the offer of work was for allowing me to be your withdrawn by an employ- Representative. It is an er due to the claimant’s honor. Everything in refusal to submit to a drug showroom on sale ProcareAuto Service Tires . Alignments . Brakes Maintenance Services — We Do iT ALL! 865-377-4069 Nobody beats our price - NOBODY!! We will beat anyone’s tire price, guaranteed. All tire prices include installation. 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Crump had suc- been overly friendly to labor ceeded Senator McKellar leaders. Berry himself had as Tennessee’s Democratic been an occasional candi- National Committeeman and date for high public office, the Roosevelt administration but had never been elected paid court to the Memphis to anything outside his own Boss. Crump, while one of By Ray Hill union. FDR’s original supporters Governor Browning had at the 1932 Democratic [email protected] been summoned to the National Convention in White House by President 1932, did not trust nor espe- overnor Gordon Franklin Roosevelt to discuss cially like Franklin Roosevelt. Browning had the Senate appointment. Yet, Crump was a practical unleashed Roosevelt told reporters he politician with a keen under- a G fierce assault on the did not intend to tell the gov- standing of his fellow human Memphis political machine, ernor whom to appoint, but beings. The Memphis Boss as well as its leader, E. rather whom not to appoint. and Senator McKellar both H. Crump. Browning pro- Rumors circulated that quickly endorsed FDR for a posed to institute a county Secretary of State Cordell third term well before it was unit bill to render the huge Hull, a former senator from clear Roosevelt would accept voting majorities produced in Tennessee, was dissatisfied an unprecedented third term Shelby County meaningless serving in FDR’s Cabinet in the White House. in statewide elections. and wanted to return to McKellar was himself a Boss Crump sent an urgent the Senate. Roosevelt did candidate for reelection appeal for help to Senator not want to lose Hull, as in 1940, as was Governor Kenneth McKellar. McKellar the Tennessean command- Prentice Cooper. The opposi- had not supported Browning ed enormous respect from tion to the McKellar – Crump for the governorship and had the Congress in particular. alliance was so disheartened repeatedly warned Crump FDR had another reason for and depressed following the he would be sorry for back- being interested in who the staggering defeat of Gordon ing Gordon Browning. Since new senator from Tennessee Browning in 1938 that nei- Browning’s election, Senator would be; the Senate was ther McKellar nor Cooper McKellar used every oppor- debating Roosevelt’s attempt faced any significant chal- tunity to fan the flames of to enlarge the U. S. Supreme lenger in the primaries and Crump’s discomfiture with Court. Angry because sever- the Republicans posed no the new governor. McKellar al important New Deal bills serious threat in the gener- From the author’s personal collection. was highly respected and had been invalidated by the al election. Once again, the personally popular with most high court, Roosevelt wanted E. H. Crump on the cover of TIME, circa May 1946. McKellar – Crump ticket won members of the Tennessee the right to appoint an addi- patronage in Tennessee. and intended to run again. had become a clear liabili- the election easily. legislature and the sena- tional justice for every jus- The wily McKellar out- The senatorial nod went ty in the election. Browning In 1939 Crump would be a tor responded to Crump’s tice on the court over age maneuvered George L. to yet another McKellar tried to make Crump and candidate for elective office plea for help by taking the seventy-two; that would Berry at every turn and ally, Tom Stewart, who was the Memphis machine the for the last time. Crump ran train from Washington, D. have given FDR the right to Berry increased Governor the District Attorney for a chief issue in the campaign, for Mayor of Memphis with the C. to Nashville where he name at least six justices at Browning’s political woes Middle Tennessee district denouncing bossism all explanation he was an “elec- spoke before the General the time. by engaging in a very public centered around his home across the state, but his own tor” for Congressman Walter Assembly. McKellar roundly After Governor Browning dispute with the Tennessee city of Winchester. A third heavy-handed tactics had Chandler who remained in damned the county unit plan appointed George L. Valley Authority. Berry owned candidate entered the sen- cost him dearly and even the nation’s Capitol. Crump and Gordon Browning in typi- Berry to the United States considerable real estate atorial sweepstakes when the Nashville Tennessean, was elected without oppo- cally blunt McKellar fashion. Senate, Berry departed for holdings in Tennessee, as Fourth District Congress J. Browning’s most faithful sition and took the oath of Browning, realizing he was Washington with his new well as significant mineral Ridley Mitchell announced press ally, deserted him in office just as he was about fighting for his political life, Secretary, F. L. Browning, the rights for even more prop- his own candidacy. Mitchell his reelection campaign. to depart for New Orleans. used every means available governor’s older brother and erty. Berry claimed that had been a Judge of the Both Crump and Senator A crowd had gathered in a to him to pass his legislation. his chief political advisor. he owned marble deposits Circuit Court and had first McKellar were deeply and blizzard to watch Crump be Appointments, jobs, patron- Berry’s employment of the in land flooded by the TVA been elected to Congress in personally involved in the sworn-in as he waited on the age and other favors were governor’s brother further worth millions, a claim TVA 1930. He had been reelect- campaign from day to day platform of his train. Crump used as inducements to hold cemented in the public mind not only disputed, but also ed in 1932 by defeating a and were overjoyed when promptly resigned, leaving wavering legislators in line as the ties between Gordon flatly rejected as untrue. fellow Congressman, Ewin Governor Browning and the Vice Mayor to become well as pick up the votes of Browning and his appoin- Boss Crump, understanding L. Davis, who had served in Senator Berry lost badly. Acting Mayor until the City those who remain uncom- tee, which would have polit- most Tennesseans revered Congress for fourteen years. For the next decade, the Commission appointed mitted. More than a few ical consequences for the the TVA, exultantly started Mitchell had demonstrated McKellar – Crump alliance Walter Chandler. Crump legislators were reluctant to both of them. referring to Berry as “the impressive political skills and would completely dominate went on to Louisiana and the cross the powerful McKellar Senator Berry immedi- marble wizard”. was highly popular inside his Tennessee politics. Sugar Bowl. Crump’s elec- who dispensed the Federal ately encountered hostility Congressman Walter own district, although he was E. H. Crump had thought- tion and the subsequent res- jobs and positions avail- from his senior colleague, K. Chandler was the first oppo- little known outside the con- fully gone to the trouble to ignation gave Memphis four able through the New Deal D. McKellar. Berry further nent to declare against fines of the Fourth District. draw up a proposed political mayors in a twenty-four hour administration of President antagonized McKellar by Governor Browning, but Congressman Mitchell platform for gubernatorial period. Franklin D. Roosevelt. proposing a division of the Crump was uncomfortable had been warned by sever- candidate Prentice Cooper. The decade of the 1940s Governor Browning was patronage in Tennessee, a about a candidate from al family members a race The Memphis Boss was would see both E. H. Crump finally successful in having proposal McKellar refused. inside his own domain. for the Senate was not only not a little chagrined when and Senator Kenneth the Tennessee General Senator Berry had also Senator McKellar was cool highly risky, but quite likely Cooper politely acknowl- McKellar at their political Assembly pass his county been expected to support to the notion of a Chandler would end his own political edged the platform, but dis- peak. The Memphis Boss, unit bill, only to see it struck President Roosevelt’s court- candidacy and the Memphis career. Mitchell apparently regarded it. Cooper would while a poor public speak- down by the state Supreme packing bill, but despite Congressman soon with- believed the fight between be Tennessee’s governor for er, enjoyed the attention Court. Browning also man- being inside the Senate drew. McKellar looked much McKellar and Crump on one six years and remained much he received from the press, aged to further imperil his Chamber during the vote, he more favorably upon Prentice side and Governor Browning closer to Senator McKellar although he was notoriously own political standing with did not answer the roll call, a Cooper, a young and largely on the other, would allow a than Crump. As time passed, thin-skinned about criticism. his appointment of George fact Senator McKellar quickly unknown State Senator from third candidate to win the Crump was little impressed Crump was flamboyant in L. Berry to the Senate seat pointed out to a very peeved Shelbyville. Crump did not Democratic nomination. with Governor Cooper and both his demeanor and his held by Nathan Bachman, FDR. Berry’s failure to sup- know Cooper and went along The 1938 campaign in felt much the same about dress. The Memphis Boss who had died sudden- port the administration more with McKellar’s choice in the Tennessee was so bitter Senator Tom Stewart, who could be observed at the ly of a heart attack on firmly cemented McKellar’s gubernatorial race. and hard fought, it became was also much closer to numerous public functions April 23, 1937. Browning authority over Federal The McKellar – Crump something of a scandal and McKellar than the Memphis he attended with a large organization entered a can- prompted an investigation Boss. hat, a walking stick firmly Lost or Damaged phone and no insurance? didate in the 1938 special by the United States Senate. While national publica- grasped in one hand, wear- election for the United States Gordon Browning tried to tions would frequently refer ing custom-tailored clothes Senate as well. Incumbent ignore his own appointee to to both Governor Cooper and that were frequently a bit Purchase A Preowned George L. Berry evident- the United States Senate, Senator Stewart as faithful loud. His head crowned by ly liked being in the Senate George L. Berry, as Berry servants of Boss Crump, a head of fluffy white hair like the truth is Crump had not a halo surrounding his head, Phone selected either man to run E. H. Crump was impossible Up to 70% off for office. The Memphis Boss to miss. had acquiesced in Senator retail prices McKellar’s choices, perhaps Under 30 day old units, Large selection! Androids , Blackberries, flip phones & keyboard handsets Network Technologies 573-8785 10922 Chapman Hwy • Seymour Carrier specific PAGE B4 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 Melanie Staten named communications director Continued from page 1 Loving LPs The KSO has contributed to the cultural Directors for the University of Tennessee life in East Tennessee since 1935. Under My sister- the tenors would sugary, sappy things. Arboretum Society and also serves as the the leadership of Lucas Richman, the in-law Brenda hit and marvel at Over the years, we’ve organization’s Publicity Director. She is an orchestra consists of more than 80 pro- broug ht a the low ones that watched records take a active member of the Volunteer Chapter, fessional musicians and performs more Johnny Mathis bass voices slid back seat to technologi- Public Relations Society of America. than 200 programs each season. album from into. After listen- cal advances. First was Nashville the ing for so long, the eight-track tape deck, other day. It’s three brothers and close on its heels was one of those and two sisters- the cassette player. Today, hard to find in-law performed we have iPods that play our albums—John- our own rendi- music with remarkable ny Mathis Sings tions. Many times clarity and fullness. Almost By Joe Rector the Music of we sang acap- everyone owns at least Bacharach and pella. Thanks to one mP3 player or uses Kaempfert. It belonged to those records, our family a cell phone. We listen to my brother Dal. I had an shared a wondrous time music on the go, whether identical copy, but over when Mother was in her it’s completing projects the years stuff disappears. last days of the battle at work, homework in our However, the sounds of old against with cancer. The rooms, or exercise in the records continue to play in six of us (Amy was a part of gym or on the track. my ears as if they were us by then) sat at the foot Even with the techno- spinning on a turntable of her bed and sang songs logical advances. I’m not right now. from those albums, as well so sure that music is as This Mathis album as her favorite hymns. It good as in earlier times. doesn’t contain any of brought peace to all of us, Something special hap- Primary care his hits from years gone and the following Monday, pens when a record player by. However, songs like Mother passed with the is turned on and a LP from a dedicated “Spanish Eyes,” “The Look assurance that she’d done starts spinning. The music of Love,” and “Don’t Go a good job and that her mesmerizes us. It fills the internist Breaking My Heart” are boys and girls would be all place where we are and just some of the well known right. demands that we sit down, tunes that folks of my gen- I played hundreds of be still, and listen. Yes, eration recognize. I played records during my last record albums demand Board certified in internal medicine, Michael ShenkMan, M.D. this record on those occa- year in college. Part of my that we stop the hustle sions when I was lonely time was spent at the col- in our lives. They offer a Dr. Michael Shenkman has practiced Board Certified in Internal Medicine in college. I didn’t begin lege’s radio station, WTTU. treat that can come only primary care medicine in Eastern dating my wife Amy until my I spun records one after when we sit in comfortable Tennessee for the past 11 years. He is Tennova Primary Care South senior year, and the three the other and sent tunes chairs and let the melodies 7323 Chapman Highway, Suite 170 years before that brought a over the airways to college of old songs carry us back passionate about preventing, diagnosing Knoxville, TN 37920 number of dates that could students who might have to some of the best times and treating disease, and he is now be counted on one hand. been listening. I found two of our lives. TennovaPhysicians.com/South accepting new patients. Johnny managed to get me songs that became Amy’s Johnny Mathis finished through those lean, lonely and my favorites. One singing, and I now have times. was Stevie Wonder’s “For CDs for the car. I’ll save Dr. Shenkman is now Our entire family Once in My Life.” The other, the songs to my iPod for accepting new patients. Please wrapped itself in gospel which we still claim as “our other times. However, call for music years ago. We spent song” is Chicago’s “Just just listening to him on a 865-647-3900 hours on end listening to You and Me.” Every time I record while I’ve pecked more information. albums by the Oak Ridge worked as an unlicensed on the keyboard has been Boys before they turned disc jockey, I’d talk in the the best way to spend the to country music and The record and dedicated it to afternoon. Imperials. We talked about her. Yep, new love causes Tennova.com all the spectacular notes us all to do some really 1-855-836-6682 April 23, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C1

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Did press Eagles fall to Tigers in District battle conference reveal a special moment in time? The past, present and future, I believe, may have come together at UT women basket- ball’s histor- ic press confer- ence By Steve l a s t Williams w e e k . Years from now, it may be looked back upon as a special moment in time. Pat Summitt repre- sented the past and Holly Warlick the pres- ent as head coaches of the Lady Vols’ nationally

Photos by Dan Andrews. acclaimed program. Tyler Summitt, Pat’s son, also Gibbs coach Geff Davis talks things over with his infield, including Adam Saah (2) and Trey Carpenter (5), in the Eagles 5-1 District 3-AA loss to sat at the head table. He Pigeon Forge last Monday at Steve Hunley Field. very well could be Ten- nessee’s head coach in By Ken Lay when Trey Carpenter singled. the future, and maybe Elliott scored when Matt Pack sooner than later. PIGEON FORGE— For the past lifted a sacrifice fly to center. There are two factors decade Gibbs and Pigeon Forge The Eagles held their advantage which could play into have dominated the District 3-AA until the Tigers (17-5, 9-0) pulled Tyler’s rise to this posi- baseball scene. even in the bottom of the third. tion. One, he is one of The two rivals renewed acquain- Pigeon Forge, which defeated the country’s brightest tances Tuesday night at Jack A. Gibbs 5-1 on Monday, April 16 young coaches, with Parton Field. in Corryton, missed some early knowledge well beyond This one started a little late chances. The Tigers left the bases what one would expect thanks to a lengthy rain delay. loaded in the first and had a rally from someone his age. Once things started, however, snuffed out in the second when Two, Warlick isn’t just fol- there was plenty of excitement as Scott LaFollette grounded into a lowing a tough act, she the host Tigers prevailed 4-1 and double play. is taking over a position strengthened their hold on first They finally broke through in the held by the sport’s great- place. third by taking advantage of a pair est coach of all time. The Eagles (9-12 overall, 7-4 in of Gibbs errors. Adam Hickman After 27 years as an the district) started fast. led off the frame with a single and assistant to the leg- Gibbs scored its lone run of scored when Drake Byrd reached endary Summitt, this is the contest in the first inning. on a defensive miscue by the Gibbs High first baseman Matt Pack holds Pigeon Forge’s Colt Buchanan also Warlick’s first head Eagles second baseman Pierce Eagles. on first base in the Tigers’ 5-1 victory over the Eagles in last week’s district coaching job. It is without Elliott started things with a lead- “They’re probably the best contest in Corryton. The Tigers would also win Tuesday in Pigeon Forge question she deserved off double. He advanced to third Continue on page 2 to sweep the season series. this opportunity, but not everyone is cut out to be a head coach. Hol- ly’s forte may be as an assistant. It remains to be seen if she can suc- ceed as a head coach. Red Devils enjoying success on the court How patient will the Lady Vols fan base be? By Ken Lay The UT program is not match, Adam Kramer downed in the district the last two Yeary (Halls) defeated Vinsant in the best of shape, Halls High School tennis Sam Denney 8-2. At No. 4, Josh years and they’ve practiced 8-3. At No. 3, Rachel Katz as it is. The Lady Vols coach Cheri Duncan couldn’t Farmer edged Austin Scircle hard. It’s been great to watch downed Olivia Lawson 8-0. have slipped in recent be more pleased with both 8-6. Joseph Whipple notched an them grow and improve.” At No. 4, Helen Wilds posted seasons, as far as their her teams this season. 8-3 victory over Powell’s Chris Meanwhile in the girls match, an 8-3 win over Caylin Kerr. standards are con- The boys squad is enjoying its Bright 8-3 while Tyler Milligan the Lady Devils captured five Ashley Hillard beat cerned. This past sea- best season in her tenure while routed Clay Hansard 8-1. of the six singles matches. Chelsey Wulf 8-0. Halls son’s group of seniors, the Lady Devils are pursuing In doubles, the tandem of The Lady Panthers claimed High’s Elizabeth Campbell in fact, comprised Sum- their second consecutive Breeding and Parmly recorded their only victory of the day at defeated Mandy Miller 8-2. mitt’s only class which District 3-AAA Championship. an 8-5 victory over Beliles No. 2 singles as Corbyn Skeen The Red Devils (6-1 overall), failed to reach at least Both Halls squads saw their and Hodges. At No.2 doubles, continued her magical 2012 who are unbeaten in district one Final Four. Next respective success continue Kramer/Farmer won 8-1 over run with an 8-5 victory over competition and are in pursuit season’s team, unless Wednesday afternoon. The Lady Denney/Scircle. In the No. 3 Emily Kitts. Skeen is undefeated of their second straight something changes, will Devils posted an 8-1 victory doubles match, Whipple/Milligan in singles competition. district championship, swept be minus a strong inside over Emory Road rival Powell. downed Bright/Hansard 8-4. “Corbyn is undefeated this the doubles competition. presence. Meanwhile, the Red Devils Duncan said the 2012 season season and I look for Corbyn Kitts and Wilds defeated Who’s hot in women’s shut out the Panthers 9-0 at for the Red Devils has been and [No. 1 singles player] Vinsant and Skeen 8-2. The college basketball? Beaverbrook Country Club. a long time in the making. Kelsey Vinsant to make some Lady Devils won 8-2 at No. Defending national In the boys match, Halls (5-2 She inherited the team four noise in the [individual] district 2 doubles as Katz/Campbell champion Baylor, with and in second place in the years ago and has seen the tournament,” said Greg Pavinich, downed Lawson Kerr. Hillard Brittney Griner – arguably district) swept Powell easily. players work hard and grow. Powell’s second-year coach. and Delaney Burton prevailed the game’s best inside At No. 1 singles, Jake Breeding “The boys have really worked “We’re trying to build a in their doubles match player ever – coming defeated Jake Beliles. James hard,” Duncan said. “I’m really program and the majority of the against Wulf and Miller. back, tops the list. Notre Parmly outlasted Jacob Hodges pleased with the boys. boys and girls are seniors.” Dame has played in the 8-5 an No.2. In the third singles “They’ve finished third At No. 1 singles, Meredith Continue on page 2 PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 Eagles fall to Tigers in District battle Cont. from page 1

Double-A team in the state right now,” Gibbs coach Geff Davis said. “We gave them some extra outs and they made us pay for it. “Anytime, you jump out to a lead against a team like that, you have to feel good about it. Right now, we’re competing hard and we just need to make a couple of plays here or there. We’ve got the dis- trict tournament coming up in a couple of weeks and we’re getting better.” The Tigers went ahead for good in the fifth when they scored a pair and again, they took advan- tage of some shaky Gibbs defense. Byrd drew a leadoff walk in the inning and then moved to third when the Eagles mishandled a sac- rifice bunt by Kyle Savage. Byrd scored the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly by Colt Buchanan. Pigeon Forge got some insurance when Savage scored on a groundout by Josh Miller. Gibbs High’s Andrew Willis prepares to pitch while James Jinnette gets his lead from first in Pigeon Forge’s 5-1 win over the Eagles last Monday at Savage scored on a con- Steve Hunley Field. troversial call on a fielder’s choice by LaFollette. “That was a bad Pigeon Forge coach Mike wasn’t all that pleased. I personality.” against them is tough and I call,” Davis said of what Guinn said his team played felt like we left a lot of runs Guinn also noted that guarantee that we will see appeared to be the third better in the series finale. on the field. both wins were hard to them again [in the district out of the inning. “But “We played well tonight,” “Tonight, we got some grab. tournament].” that’s high school base- Guinn said. “Last [Monday], big key hits and every “Gibbs is Gibbs and ball. we won 5-1 but I really game takes on its own every game we play

Correction: The misidentified player in Did press conference reveal April 16 issue is Clinton goalkeeper Tyler a special moment in time? Duncan, not Central goalie Corey Plont. Cont. from page 1 Tennessee in recruiting. clue that he will enter the past two national title But will having the former women’s side of the sport games. Perennial powers coaching giant so close to as a coach. Connecticut and Stanford the program restrict War- Tyler, naturally, has been also played in this year’s lick from spreading her training to be a coach for Final Four. own wings and taking off much of his life. He grew With Summitt’s career as a head coach? Just up in the Lady Vols’ pro- cut short by her dis- another question that only gram. He played point ease, early onset demen- time will tell. guard at Webb School and tia, Alzheimer’s type, the Parity in women’s col- took notes on how his high sport’s biggest coaching lege basketball also won’t school coach, Landry Kos- names now become Geno make Warlick’s new task malski, a former college Auriemma of Connecti- any easier. Her former assistant at Davidson, cut, Kim Mulkey of Baylor, boss, of course, deserves conducted business. Muffet McGraw of Notre credit for the growth of the When he arrived at UT, Dame and Tara Vander- sport more than anyone. he spent his freshman veer of Stanford. Holly, a product of year serving as a practice Matthew Mitchell of Ken- Bearden High and a former player for the Lady Vols. tucky and Dawn Staley of Lady Vol record-setting Then he became a walk- South Carolina are among point guard in assists and on on the men’s team, pri- the profession’s rising steals, came to UT as a marily to learn from Vols stars. scholarship 400-meter coach Bruce Pearl and Former Summitt assis- track standout in 1976. then Cuonzo Martin. He tants Mickie DeMoss and If she can be successful has coached boys and girls Nikki Caldwell, who both as UT’s head coach for AAU teams. left UT for head coaching 10 years or so, that would When news came out jobs, have bigger name give Tyler Summitt plenty he had gotten the job at recognition than Warlick, of time to be ready to take Marquette, Tyler, now 21 but that’s not Holly’s fault. over the reins. years old, joked he had It is what it is. Warlick has If need be, he could be only a year to become a had chances to leave and ready before then. college head coach at the be a head coach but chose Coincidentally, on same age his mom did at to stay. She was reward- the same day his mom UT. He might not make it at ed for her loyalty. How her announced she would be 22 years old, but he might lack of notoriety affects stepping down after 38 not miss it by much. her recruiting remains to years as the Lady Vols’ For Lady Vols basketball, be seen. head coach, Tyler was it’s very possible he’s the It’s possible having named a full-time assis- future. Summitt on campus in tant coach for the Mar- her new position of head quette women’s program. coach emeritus will help That could very well be the

287 Gene Allmon High Game Scratch-- Female High Series Scratch--Male 188 Carolyn McGill 856 Bill Byrge 180 Kathy Cate 796 Clancy Glidewell 177 Mabel Mink 701 J.C. Pilant Weekly achievements for Wednesday Club 55, April High Series Scratch-- High Game Scratch-- 11,2012 Female Female 520 Carolyn McGill 278 Kimberly Owens High Game Scratch--Male 488 Kathy Catae 246 Lynne Porco 288 Bill Byrge 476 Mabel Mink 243 Betty Phillips 237 David Myers 476 Margaret Myers 224 Ronnie Russell HIgh Series Scratch-- Thursday No-Tap: Female High Series Scratch--Male 689 Kimberly Owens 651 Bill Byrge High Game Scratch--Male 665 Lynne Porco 623 David Myers 300 Bill Byrge 617 Betty Phillips 617 Ronniie Russell 300 Clancy Glidewell PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 April 23, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C3 Arts & Entertainment Rossini Festival to celebrate 11th anniversary

Knoxville Opera delivers cultural arts and entertain- ment to East Tennessee with International flair in the form of the widely pop- ular Rossini Festival from 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 cover- ing 12 blocks of downtown Gay Street and the Market Square District. The Rossi- ni Festival is one of the region’s largest and most beloved special event. It serves as a celebration of the arts. The Street Fair features mouthwatering foods and beverages, an upscale artisan’s market, and live music and dance. Attendees enjoy entertain- ment from over 30 local and regional dance, musi- cal and arts groups on four outdoor stages on Gay Street and Market Square. It comes from humble beginnings drawing 6,000 its first year and has grown to attract attendance of 100,000 under pristine weather conditions. “The performing arts are much too diverse to pro- mote as one culture. The Italian flair we’ve enjoyed for the first 10 years is being enhanced by German, His- panic, Asian, French and American foods and bev- erages as we expand the event”, says Knoxville Opera Marketing and Public Relations Director Michael Torano. “We welcome Cellu- lar Sales as a new sponsor for this 11th Annual Rossini Festival. They will be exhib- iting at Market Street and Images of previous Union Avenue.” Rossini Festivals For 10 years, the Rossini provided by the Knoxville Festival was primarily mod- Opera. eled as an Italian Street Fair. The Knoxville Opera Rossini Festival Interna- Constellation Brands pres- tional Street Fair introduc- ent The Wine Experience es the color and excitement at Knoxville Opera’s Rossi- of opera to attendees, ni Festival and Internation- many of who are experienc- al Street Fair. All along Gay ing opera for the first time. Street, attendees will enjoy This is the only Rossini Fes- offerings from Knoxville’s tival in the U.S. and one of most extensive wine list at only two in the world, the Chez Liberty”, continues other of which takes place Torano. “In the Chez Lib- in Rossini’s birthplace of erty/Constellation Brands Pesaro, Italy. Knoxville’s Wine Experience tent in event is a celebration of the the Krutch Park Exten- performing, visual and culi- sion across from the main nary arts with an emphasis stage, patrons will be able on opera and Internation- to choose from an exten- al culture featuring a full sive array of timed wine day of live entertainment tastings throughout the with over 800 entertainers, day including appearances and a multitude of artisans by Michael Leidel of Riedel showcasing superior tradi- Stemware, Napa Cabs, tions of the Southeast’s Oregon Pinot Noirs, Bloody finest craftsmanship and Marys, Varietals, French a family-friendly KidsZone Champagnes, Bracket rums of engaging activities on and gins among others.” Market Square. For details go to “We have a surprise RossiniFestival.org or call for Knoxville this year. 865.524.0795 x28. Through a strategic part- nership, Chez Liberty and

Offer expires 4-30-12 See our new look at www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C4 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 The Original Carter Family In our part area above of the country A Day Away Rogersville when we hear that is known the name today as “Carter” we Carter Valley. probably think C h a s e d of the musical off by the Carter family. Cherokee, You know, C a r t e r Maybelle and r e t u r n e d June Carter two years Cash, etc. By Mike Steely later and Or we think settled on of former the Watauga President Jimmy Carter. River, again inside Indian Carter is a pretty territory. common name in East Other settlers arrived Tennessee, as well it and Carter bought 640 should be. In Knoxville acres in an old Indian along there are places field. He began building a named for that family, like large house and cultivating the Carter Senior Center, his land, but died before the Carter Swimming everything was finished. Pool, etc. In the Knoxville His son Landon assumed telephone book there are ownership. Both he and Photo by Mike Steely so many Carters that they his father had been Probably the oldest wood frame house in Tennessee, the Carter Mansion in Elizabethton dates back to before the take up an entire page in involved in frontier American Revolution. The Carter family played an important part in the history of the eastern region and the house very small print. politics and involved in is now part of the state park system. And then there’s Carter the Watauga Association. County and the first Landon became involved “Carters” of what would in the attempt to establish bank nearby. the fireplaces and the Historic Area, which also and walk the grounds year- become Tennessee. If you a State of Franklin. A Today the Carter paintings may be oldest in maintains Fort Watauga, round. are a Carter descendant or town grew around the Mansion is on the National our state. and is located just beyond While you are in an early state history buff Carter Mansion and was Register of Historic Places In 1973, the state the Fort on West Elk Elizabethton you might and you haven’t driven over named for Landon’s wife, and is the oldest original acquired the home, Avenue. You can call them want to check out the to Elizabethton, here’s why Elizabeth. wood frame house in restored it and then set at 423-543-6140. You covered bridge nearby you should. Early on, Fort Watauga Tennessee. It is decorated about to reconstruct the can also Google the state or take a drive to Roan Back as early as 1770 stood on a rise above with hand carved panels, various outbuildings. park. Mountain State Park. John Carter came into the Carter home. Today crown moldings and The property by the The home is open for upper East Tennessee and the frontier fort has been chair rails. There are home is overseen by the tours May through August started a trading post in an reconstructed on the river landscape paintings above Sycamore Shoals State but you can peek inside

Powell Dancers take first place

The Powell Middle School Dance Team recently participated in the Encore Cheer and Dance Competition in Sevierville, TN. The competition was held at the Sevierville Events Center where several cheer and dance teams came to participate. Powell ended up taking first place in the Middle School Pom category beating two other teams. The team has been practicing weekly since school began and also performs at home basketball games. Choreographer Kristin Kendall created the routine especially for this group in August, and the girls have been working on it since then. Left to Right Standing: Caitlyn, Megan, Molly, Sydney, Natalie, Sarah, and Allie. Sitting Left to Right: Callie, Jayla and Jaiden. Not Pictured: Summer. Coach is Jessica Cate. April 23, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D1

April 23, 2012

history are more impor- a legislative and execu- of interfering pirates and the army) to solve their tant than medicine. A tive branch sustained by then embarked on mili- problems. What they recent Gallop poll found the democratic popular tary intervention in the got were emperors and that only 24% of Ameri- support of the people. Middle East to estab- self-described gods. cans think our country The Founders used this lish buffer states (Pales- A core principle of con- is on the right path. We model to construct our tine and Iraq) between servatism is freedom of Americans have forgot- representative repub- Rome and the powerful choice and acceptance ten our history and who lic. Unfortunately, by Parthian (Iran) empire. of the consequences of we are. And the profes- the first century BC the The historians Sallust those choices. We are sor has opened my eyes people of Rome had lost and Livy believed that at similar crossroads as to the striking similari- faith in their government the decline and destruc- the Roman people were ties between ancient and the moral, patri- tion of Rome occurred in 50BC. Will we awaken Rome and our United otic, citizen farmer (our because of “moral rot.” from our self absorbed States. Solutions can small businessman?) had The virtue of the indi- slumber and again be come only when there is been squeezed out by big vidual citizen was the responsible for ourselves Bread and Circus recognition of a problem. money and large estates. backbone of the Roman and our neighbors and In the 1st century BC And the divide between republic where all male our country? Will we You may find it odd, by studying history. the Roman Senate had the very wealthy and the citizens served in the mili- return to the virtues that but I love history. I don’t We moderns have lost become corrupted by poor had become huge. tary. By the time of Jesus founded our country and mean the boring books sight of that truth. money and was divided In his treatise the pro- the Roman army was defined us as a people, of facts we were given Our Founders admired into two parties, the Opti- fessor notes that gov- increasingly non-Latin or will we choose an ever to digest and memo- the ancient Greek democ- mates and the Populares. ernment jobs in ancient (barbarians trying to win increasing government rize in high school. His- racies and especially the The Optimates stood for Rome were coveted and citizenship through mili- that promises everything tory is storytelling, and if structure of the Roman traditional moral values expensive to purchase. tary service) and merce- (bread and circus) and done well, it is compel- Republic. Ancient Athens and reform from within Petitioners often spon- nary, because Romans gives us, instead, depen- ling; and it’s very impor- adopted citizen (demos) the existing structures sored gladiatorial games didn’t want to march off dency and tyranny? tant. It was the states- rule in the 5th century of society and govern- to curry favor with the to foreign wars in Asia Food for thought… man Edmund Burke who BC. Our word democ- ment. The Populares hoi pilloi and procure Minor and Germania. first said, “Those who racy comes from this (“which literally means their vote. Rome had They preferred the “bread don’t know history are “rule by the people.” The democrats”) demand- a “culture of violence.” and circus” offered by the destined to repeat it.” Romans also embraced ed more democracy that How interesting to com- government designed to One of the books I’m the awesome responsibil- was “responsive to the pare their gladiatorial appease the masses. currently reading is “The ity of self rule in 509 BC popular will.” These two games to the violence In the Roman Repub- Wisdom of History” by J. when they threw out their groups were grid locked of our modern video lic two elected con- Rufus Fears. The profes- last King. Their republic with neither side willing games and movies. suls (presidents) jointly sor is a scholar of antiq- would span nearly 400 to compromise or allow Rome ran on human served as leader of the uity and a master sto- years until Julius Caesar the other side to win a muscle not oil as our army and the executive ryteller. I could listen would be king and was political battle or gain world does. Therefore, branch. They served only to him lecture on wood assassinated by Brutus an upper hand. They a steady supply of grain one year and could veto working; he’s that good. and Cassius in 44BC spent much of their time from Egypt was neces- each other’s vote. By 44 One of his main points ushering in a prolonged investigating the oth- sary to feed the masses, BC the people were so is that the Founders of and bloody civil war. er’s sexual scandals. increasingly dependent disgusted with their gov- Do you have a question for our country believed that You ask why I speak Our Founders admired upon public assistance. ernment and apathet- Dr. Ferguson? Please there were important of history. Well, right the old Roman Republic’s The Romans cleared the ic that they looked to a e-mail him at jferguson@ summithealthcare.com. lessons to be learned now the lessons of constitution which had Mediterranean Sea lanes Caesar (commander of Metropolitan Drug Commission, WBIR-TV hold town hall about teen drinking April is Alcohol Awareness and Karen Pershing (MDC those, nearly one in five say Month. On Tuesday, WBIR- Executive Director). they participated in binge TV, in partnership with the “As a community, we drinking, defined as con- Metropolitan Drug Com- sometimes minimize the suming five or more drinks mission (MDC), brought a dangers of alcohol. When within a couple of hours. modern-day perspective we talk about prevention, Heavy drinking can have to this decades-old prob- we must not forget that far-reaching health impacts, lem at a special town hall alcohol is still the number such as brain damage, meeting titled “Too Much, one drug of choice and unintentional injuries, traf- Too Soon.” the leading cause of unin- fic collisions, risky sexual A team of eight panel- tentional injuries among behavior, unplanned preg- ists discussed underage teens,” Jeff Lee, general nancy, alcohol poisoning drinking prevention, includ- manager of WBIR-TV, said. and death. With underage ing Webster Bailey (Corner- “WBIR is a proud partner drinking at dangerously stone of Recovery), Dennis with MDC because we care high levels, MDC hopes to Rowe (Rural/Metro), Don about the health and well- involve local parents in pre- Robin Wilhoit, John Becker, Karen Pershing, Webster Bailey, Anna Baranova, Dennis Lindsey (AAA Tennessee), being of young people in our vention. Rowe and Dr. Martha Buchanan at the “Too Much, Too Soon” discussion. Dr. Martha Buchanan (Knox community.” “Parents sometimes think County Health Depart- According to the 2011 they are powerless to stop disapproval of underage com. Parents and commu- Too Soon” page at www. ment), Ashley Blamey (Uni- Knox County Youth Risk their teen from drinking, but drinking plays a key role in nity groups can request metrodrug.org. versity of Tennessee), Matt Behavior Survey, nearly this is simply untrue,” Per- their decision not to drink.” materials to help keep kids For more information, Jones (Knox County Juve- one third of high school shing said. “What parents Viewers that missed the healthy and prevent under- contact Heather Sutton at nile Court), Anna Barano- students have used alcohol may not realize is that chil- live telecast can watch age drinking and drug use (865) 588-5550 or hsut- va (Volunteer, Rescue 180) within the past month. Of dren say that their parents’ Parts 1 and 2 online at wbir. by visiting the “Too Much, [email protected]. PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 Faith Corporate Spiritual Discipline #1: UT Veterinary College offers spring Confession pet memorial celebration We have looked at four in Jesus’ parable pled to inward spiritual disciplines God, “Be merciful to me, In an effort to help pet Sarina Lyall, VSW social be held in the Sequoy- biomedical sciences, pro- (prayer, meditation, fast- a sinner!” (Luke 18:13). owners celebrate the worker, says the opportu- ah Room at the College motes scientific research ing, and The famous Jesus prayer lives of their compan- nity to gather with others of Veterinary Medicine and enhances human and s t u d y ) , comes from this parable, ion animals, both living who have also experi- on the UT agricultural animal well-being. four out- “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of and deceased, Veteri- enced the loss of an campus which is located In addition to the pro- ward spir- God, have mercy on me, a nary Social Work (VSW) animal can be therapeu- at 2407 River Drive off grams of the College of itual dis- sinner.” at the University of Ten- tic. “People should realize Neyland Drive in Knox- Veterinary Medicine, the ciplines Second, we confess. We nessee College of Veteri- they don’t have to grieve ville. UT Institute of Agriculture (simplic- freely admit our sinfulness, nary Medicine is hosting alone. They can share Reservations are also provides instruction, By Mark ity, sol- our weakness, our hard- its Spring Pet Memorial stories of beloved ani- required. Please RSVP by research and public ser- Brackney, itude, heartedness. We stop Celebration Friday, April mals and know they are Wednesday, April 25, by vice through the College Minister of submis- making excuses and come 27, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. supported through their emailing Veterinary Social of Agricultural Scienc- the Arlington sion, and clean before God. We stop - 8:30 p.m. The event, loss.” Lyall says the event Work at vetsocialwork@ es and Natural Resourc- Church of Christ service), praying generic prayers of which is free and open to is an opportunity to find utk.edu or calling 865- es, the UT AgResearch and now confession like, “Forgive the public, allows people new ways to memorialize 755-8839. system of ten research we turn our attention to me of my many sins.” No, to reflect on the impact their pets. One of 28 veterinary and education centers four corporate spiritual dis- you begin to name them pets have on their lives. Participants are encour- colleges in the United and UT Extension offic- ciplines. one by one, which is pain- Participants are invited aged to bring copies of States, the UT College of es in every county in the The reason that confes- ful, embarrassing, and nec- to bring a human-friend- photos of their pet that Veterinary Medicine edu- state. sion is a corporate disci- essary. God already knows ly food item to share that can be used in a memo- cates students in the art pline is because sin both it, but He is waiting for us to reminds them of their rial art project. and science of veterinary offends God and creates a acknowledge our sin before animal. The free event will medicine and related wound in Christian fellow- Him. In C.S. Lewis’ Letters ship. While God does the to Malcolm, he wrote, “The forgiving, often God uses true Christian’s nostril is to human beings as channels be continually attentive to for His forgiving grace. the inner cesspool” (98). Richard Foster mentions Third, we receive God’s to be a difficult decision. was the start of Protes- four things that are nec- mercy. Our God is like the He was also haunted by tantism. His most nota- essary for a good confes- dad in the Prodigal Son par- insecurity about his sal- ble work was a sheet with sion: asking for an aware- able. At our first sign of turn- vation. Luther’s critique ninety-five theses which ness of sin, confession of ing the heart toward home, of the theological world he posted on the door of specific sin, the receiving the father rushes to us. It around him begins to the University he attend- of God’s mercy, and obe- is party time. God gives take shape. In his lec- ed. These theses set out dience where we deter- us gifts we don’t deserve tures on Paul’s Epistle to a devastating critique of mine to avoid sin (Prayer, and can never earn, which the Romans, his critique the Church’s sale of indul- 42-44). is where the communal or becomes more notice- gences and explained the The Psalmist, David, corporate aspect of this dis- able. During these lec- fundamentals of justifica- wrote, “The sacrifices of cipline comes in. There are THE DIET OF to peasant stock in East- tures Martin finally found tion by grace alone. God are a broken spirit; a times we don’t experience ern Germany which was the assurance that had Finally the Pope had broken and contrite heart, forgiveness ourselves. We WORMS then ruled by the Holy evaded him for years. enough. He threatened O God, you will not despise” need help from others. We I think I was in Junior Roman Empire. His father A “diet” was a con- Martin Luther with excom- (Psalm 51:17). There is get to bring God’s forgive- High School when I first was a miner who wanted ference of the Roman munication. value in a broken and con- ness to one another (John heard about Martin Luther a better life for his son, Catholic Church. An offi- Needless to say, trite heart when we are 20:23). We are to confess and his “Diet of Worms.” sending him to well-known cial meeting that includ- Martin Luther refused aware of our sin. But how our sins to each other and Immediately I thought he schools for an education ed representatives of to recant and became a do we experience a con- pray for each other (James was subjected to a wil- to be a lawyer. This aim, the Pope, various bish- condemned and wanted trite, broken, sorrowful, 5:16). derness and had to eat however, was interrupt- ops, rulers and religious man. repentant heart today? Fourth, we are deter- worms, something on the ed by a horrific thunder- leaders. “Worms is pro- To read more on this We first must ask. It truly mined to avoid sin through order of John the Baptist storm. Thinking he was nounced “Verms” and profound subject, consult is a gift from God. God obedience. We want to eating honey and locusts. going to die, he screamed refers to a small town in the book “Here I Stand A loves to grant repentance stop patterns of sin and It wasn’t long until I was out a vow. “Save me, St. Germany. life of Martin Luther” by upon those who ask. Godly replace them with actions enlightened on this sub- Anna (who was pre- Martin Luther thought Roland Herbert Bainton. sorrow from the heart will of love toward others. I ject and I was intrigued sumed to be Virgin that salvation was by Send comments to bring about confession of sometimes tell people, if by his beliefs and this Mary’s mother) and I shall grace alone, not through [email protected] or sin. If sorrow doesn’t come you want to stop sinning, fill extraordinary life. become a monk”. He kept the sacraments of the call 865-748-4717. at first, keep asking God for your time with doing good. He was born in 1483 his vow, but it turned out Holy Catholic Church. This this gift. The tax collector

Psalm 2 me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee. Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine vain thing? inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for Church Happenings The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers thy possession. Church of God of Knoxville Bring your lawn chairs or Mullins will be the guest take counsel together, against the LORD, and Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron; thou shalt The Church of God of blankets to enjoy the Con- speaker. You may view his against his anointed, saying, dash them in pieces like a potter’s vessel. Let us break their bands asunder, and cast away Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye Knoxville at 5912 Thorn temporary Christian bands complete Bio at http://kfl- their cords from us. judges of the earth. Grove Pike will hold Revival outside. Be sure to also luncheon.com. He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the LORD Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with May 1-6 featuring Evangelist come hungry and stop by the shall have them in derision. trembling. Bro. Darrell Sandford. Ser- concession stand for some Pleasant Gap Baptist Church Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and ye perish from the them in his sore displeasure. way, when his wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed vices Tuesday through Sat- delicious treats and to visit Pleasant Gap Baptist Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion. are all they that put their trust in him. urday will begin at 7 p.m. the silent auction tables for a Church is having a benefit I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto Sunday Service times will be great selection of items from dinner, bake sale and silent 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Everyone local businesses. There is auction Friday, May 4 at 7 is welcome! something for everyone! p.m. Church is located at All are welcome and 4311 Pleasant Gap Dr. off Faith United admission is $3 in advance Norris Freeway. Methodist Church and $5 at the door. Youth Faith United Methodist groups can purchase ten Church will host Faithstock wristbands (tickets) for 2012 on Saturday, May 5, $25. 2012 from 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 Faith United Methodist p.m. This marks the third Church is located on the year for Faithstock, a Chris- corner of Dry Gap Pike and tian music festival that is Rifle Range Road at 1120 open to the public. Dry Gap Pike. For more Faithstock 2012 will fea- information visit our website ture the musical talents of: www.faithstock.info. Faith Youth Praise Band, Faith’s Praise & Worship KFL Outreach Director David Boyd, Jona- Ministry Presents than Maness, Logan Murrell, The Knoxville Fellow- Catching Fireworks, Seven- ship Luncheon (KFL) will day Believer and Roger Wil- meet April 24, 2012 at liams and The All Mixed Up the Golden Corral on Clin- Quartet. ton Highway, at noon. Larry PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s April 23, 2012 April 23, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D3 House to Home Celebrate Mother’s Day at UT Gardens’ Mrs. Clark to Blooms Days Festival and Marketplace retire Mrs. Olivia Clark will be Featured item this week is a Nazi SS chained dagger value Specialty plants, unique garden garden marketplace in which visi- retiring from $2500. goods, live musical performances, tors can shop for plants, arts, crafts, Knox County garden workshops, children’s activi- garden goods and specialty plants S c h o o l s Antiques & Collectibles ties and more make the UT Gardens’ from more than 20 vendors. Snacks after 32 Blooms Days a great destination for will be available on site for pur- years of more than just gardeners. Blooms chase. teaching. Days has become a summer tradition, Round out the day with a self-guid- Mr s. Clark Military drawing families, students, and Knox- ed tour of the gardens and learn taught kin- ville natives to experience the splen- about some 4,000 annuals, peren- dergarten dor of the gardens. The event will run nials, herbs, tropicals, trees, shrubs, at Carter Saturday, May 12, and Sunday, May vegetables and ornamental grass- Elementary Collectibles 13, 2012, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. es. School for 28 years, and More than 20 workshops (includ- Tickets at the gate will be $6 for second grade for 2 years. Military col- items, such as ed in the cost of admission), led by one day and $10 for two days. Friends Prior to that, she taught in lectibles today buttons, go for regional gardening experts, will be of the UT Gardens receive discount the Alcoa City Schools. are very much in big bucks as well offered for everyone from novice to tickets of $5 for one day and $8 for Mrs. Clark and her hus- demand in the as belt buckles advanced gardeners. Workshops will two days. Children 12 and under are band Warren raised their market place and weapons. cover a variety of gardening topics free. All proceeds will benefit the UT son Matt in Fountain City and practically Nazi German such as roses, edible gardening, lawn Gardens. For more information and a Presbyterian Church. They every sale that items are big in care, basic landscaping, and more. complete schedule of the weekend’s now attend Bookwalter I have conduct- the markets with This year, give your mom the per- activities, please visit: http://utgar- United Methodist Church, ed live over the daggers being fect gift-- a day outside enjoying the dens.tennessee.edu . where Mr. Clark is the choir past seven years one of the most sights and sounds of Blooms Days. Blooms Days, in its 10th year, is director. Matt will receive has had them in By Carl Sloan sought after. Special festivities for moms will be made possible through the generos- his Master’s degree from the sale. Uni- Both of these held on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 ity of WBIR-TV, the Knoxville News- Vanderbilt University this forms, naval clocks and categories, however, are p.m. Sentinel, WUOT 91.9 FM, Pilot, and spring. instruments, helmets of all full of counterfeits and Live musical performances will be UT Federal Credit Union. There will be a reception nations, daggers, swords, reproductions so always held on both days. The UT Gardens is located just off for Mrs. Clark at Carter Ele- firearms, photographs, get an expert’s opinion. Kids of all ages can visit the Kids Neyland Drive behind the UT Veter- mentary School on Thurs- diaries, caps, badges and There are now World War II Corner to create make-and-take inary Medical Center in Knoxville. day, May 3, from 4:00 - just about anything that re-enactors that seek orig- projects and make a special gift for Parking is available in lot 66. For 6:00 p.m. She would like was used during a conflict inal equipment for battle- mom. more information, please visit utgar- to invite all her friends and that you can imagine has field dramatizations and The festival will also include a dens.tennessee.edu. former students and their crossed the block and usu- parades. Knoxville has a parents to come by and ally has done quite well for great group of these folks wish her well. the consignor. I know a lot who you will often see in our of the collectors of these annual Veterans Day parade ANNOUNCEMENTS items and they are gener- on Gay Street dressed in Gibbs High School of South-Doyle Middle TN 37920. For more infor- 2012. For more informa- ally well versed and highly period uniforms and with Pink Out at the Park School PTSA. mation, please e-mail tion call Bill Warwick at knowledgeable with the his- weapons and gear, even an Gibbs High School and [email protected]. 865-755-3333 or e-mail tory and values. I would say original Willys Jeep! Veter- Halls High School will join Candoro Art and [email protected]. almost everyone has a mili- ans seem to be the most together to raise money for Heritage Center Hillcrest reunion tary collectible or antique interested in preserving the UT Mobile Mammogra- Life drawing sessions Hillcrest employees, Fulton Reunion in their home today, be it these items over the years phy Unit on Monday, April will not meet May 2 and past and present reunion 15th Old Farragut School grandfather’s items from and collecting them for the 30, 2012 at the Gibbs May 9, 2012. The building will be on Saturday, May Reunion Saturday, May World War II or an uncle’s future values and history. Baseball Stadium. is being used for the Ves- 5 from 3 p.m. until close 5th. For details, call George items from Viet Nam or Being a soldier myself sta- The Night will be punched tival event. Sessions will at QQ Pizza in Halls. Every- Hamilton at 688-6777. great-great-grandfather’s tioned on the East German with Pink Events including, resume Wednesday 16, one will purchase their own sword or photograph from border during the Cold War, Bake Sale items, Auction 2012. meal. Buffet and salad bar LeConte Photographic the Civil War. I am seeking out items that items and a Wall of Honor including tip less than $10. Society Such items evoke I’ve lost or should have to recognize those affect- Carter Senior Expo For additional information, The LeConte Photograph- thoughts of what it was like brought back when I had ed by breast cancer. The Carter Senior Center will call Sue Chesney at 689- ic Society will present a then to be there in conflict the chance; I’m far from Outreach Team and Mobile be offering a free Senior 4158, Mildred Thompson program by local artist Dick and to romanticize about being alone in that senti- Mammography Unit will Expo hosted by Indepen- at 688-0700, Gaye Vander- Ensing entitled “Canson the history and glory of war. ment. On Saturday, June 2 be at the stadium from dent Insurance Consultants griff at 456-0531 or Vivian Paper and Printing Dem- Soldiers for centuries have starting at noon, Fountain 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Baseball on Friday, May 11 from Baley at 689-3451. onstration” on Saturday, brought back battlefield City Auction will again be games will begin at 5:00 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. April 28th at 10:00 a.m. at souvenirs picked up or cap- hosting a live broadcast p.m. Everyone is invited to Exhibiters will be display- Fountain City the King Family Library.This tured for a keepsake. Some international auction that attend and encouraged to ing their products and ser- Republican Club program is free and open of these types of items can will include many military wear pink !!! vices - included are health The Fountain City Repub- to the public. More infor- command enormous prices items as well as fine estate care, senior care, assisted lican Club will meet on mation on the artist can be and have seen to continu- antiques and the public is South-Doyle Middle School livings, area businesses, Monday, April 23, 20212 found at www.dickensin- ally rise over the years. The invited. If you have any 5th grade orientation pharmacies, beauty prod- at Shoney’s on Broad- gartist.com. This program highest values and most items that you wish to con- South-Doyle Middle ucts, Knox County offic- way. Dinner will begin at is sponsored by LeConte sought after items are from sign you may contact Greg School (3900 Decatur es, screenings and more. 5:30 and the meeting will Photographic Society and the Civil War and World War Lawson at 865-604-3468 Road) will hold its annual There will be door prizes, start at 6:00 p.m. Newly not a library-sponsored II, with the losers of these for more information. Dates 5th grade orientation on take home goodies, and elected Knox County Law event. Please see our web- conflicts being the most for accepting items close Thursday, May 3 from 5 refreshments. Director Richard (Bud) Arm- site at www.lecontephoto- sought after. Confederate soon. to 6:30 p.m. Parents with strong will be the speaker. graphic.com. children who will enter 6th Doyle High School Reunion You may contact Presi- grade in the 2012-2013 Doyle High School (cur- dent Michele Carringer at school year are encour- rently known as South- [email protected] Knoxville Writers’ Group aged to attend. Displays Doyle High School) classes or call 247-5756. Knoxville Writers’ Group of all core and special sub- of 1970 to 1979 will have meets Wednesday, April jects will be showcased a reunion at Rothchild’s, Fulton High Wall of Fame 25, 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 in the library, teachers 8807 Kingston Pike, Sat- The Fulton High School p.m., Naples Italian Res- will be available to meet, urday, May 5, 2012 from Alumni Association will be taurant, 5500 Kingston and performances will be 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The cost hosting the 4th annual Wall Pike. Poet, Linda Parsons given by the school’s Jazz is $37.50 per person or of Fame Banquet on Satur- Marion, presents “Bound Band and Chorus. Tours of $70.00 per couple (Pre- day June 2 ,2012 at Roth- and Unbound” with read- the middle school will be paid is preferred). Checks child’s on Kingston Pike. ings from her latest poetry offered throughout the eve- should be made to Gwen We will also be having an collection, Bound. RSVP by ning, and refreshments will Cameron and mailed to: open house at Fulton High Monday, April 23 , to 865- be provided compliments P.O. Box 9401, Knoxville, School on Sunday June 3, 983-3740. 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UT Leads Wildflower Free Concert Series Pilgrimage in the Great Planned for Market Smoky Mountains Square Market Square will Grassroots Gringos, a to sit on the Square As flowers blossom come alive with the rising area band that and enjoy the shows. and birds and insects sounds of bluegrass, describes its sound as emerge, so will hun- jazz, blues, Americana, “Old-time Island Moun- dreds of pilgrims—as and other music this tain Music.” The band is they head to the Great spring and summer, made up of local young Smoky Mountains for with free concerts professionals who have the Spring Wildflower planned for Tuesday a passion for Appala- Pilgrimage. In its 62nd and Thursday nights. chian roots music. Fur- year, it is a tradition led Tuesdays will see ther dates and perform- by the University of Ten- the return of last year’s ers will be announced nessee, Knoxville. popular “Jazz on the shortly, including some The Wildflower Pilgrim- Square” series. Begin- specifically for children. age began with a hand- ning May 1st, local jazz “Past concert series ful of UT botanists and musicians will take the have shown that Knox- now involves as many as stage on the Bill Lyons villians love hear- a thousand participants. Pavilion every Tues- ing music on Market This year’s event—a four- day from 7 to 9 p.m. Square,” said Judith day exploration of plant Meanwhile, select- Foltz, the City’s Direc- and animal life—will be ed Thursday evenings tor of Special Events. held April 25-28. Online will be home to the new “These shows, fea- registration is now open Market Square Con- turing mostly acous- at springwildflowerpil- cert Series, sponsored tic performers, will grimage.org and onsite by the City of Knox- add to the Square’s registration begins ville, WDVX, and Stel- lively ambiance.” April 24 at Gatlinburg’s lar Visions and Sound. There will be no alco- M. L. Mills Conference It will spotlight local hol or food sold on Center. and regional acts in Market Square during The pilgrimage kicks a range of genres the concerts, apart from off with a welcoming lun- to create a vibrant, that available on the cheon from 11:30 a.m. family-friendly atmo- patios of surrounding to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, sphere on the Square. restaurants. But con- The first concert, on certgoers are invited to Continue on E6 April 26, will feature the bring chairs or blankets Special Dogwood Edition of the Knoxville Focus E3 Dogwood Mile & Party on the Square Dogwood Arts Walk, run, or sprint one of your time together What: Dogwood Mile Festival Parade mile through the streets downtown by entering your and Party on the Square of Downtown Knoxville children in The Kid’s Fun and the 2nd Annual Corn Where: Hill Avenue to while enjoying Gay Street’s Run beginning at 6 p.m. on Hole Tournament Gay Street /downtown Where: Market Square Knoxville springtime beauty with your Wall Street before heading in Downtown Knoxville (starting line is on Wall When: Friday, April 27 friends, family, organization, off to see the Dogwood Avenue) at 7:00 pm or your co-workers on Arts Parade move down When: Friday, April 27 Visitors come from Kids Fun Run at 6 p.m. near and far to line the Friday, April 27 in one of the Gay Street. People of all 1 Mile Race at 8:30 p.m. few night races in Knoxville. ages are invited to come Corn Hole Tournament at streets of downtown There will be a plethora of participate in the Dogwood 8:00 p.m. Knoxville for the Dog- Cost: Race Individual wood Parade. Marching activities before and after Mile beginning at 8:30 p.m. (Must be 12+): $20.00 bands, decorated floats, Day of Race/$15.00 Pre- The Dogwood Arts Parade on Wall Street with a Party Registration performing arts groups, happening on and around on Market Square following Race Team (minimum of 4 and nine giant helium Market Square including a after the race which members): $10.00/person balloons will make the Kid’s Fun Run Individual hour-long Parade one of kid’s fun run, 1 mile run, live will include live music, (Ages 7-12): FREE, thanks to Subway! the Festival’s most exciting events. music, and a single bracket entertainment, and the 2nd The Dogwood Parade is the only parade in Knoxville elimination Dogwood Art’s Annual Dogwood Arts Corn Corn Hole with giant balloons as seen in the Macy’s parade. It’s Tournament: $20 per a living, breathing celebration of art, nature, and com- Corn Hole Tournament. Hole Tournament. two-member team— Come make the most Single Elimination Bracket munity floating down the length of Gay Street – and it’s an event you don’t want to miss! E4 www.knoxfocus.com Stanley’s Green houses Let Stanley’s be your source for: • Vegetable Plants • Perennials • Fruit Trees • Annuals It’s Springtime! • Flowering Plants • Garden Accessories 3029 Davenport Rd • www.StanleysGreenHouses.com • 573-9591

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* Note that the bloom graphic on the maps denote Featured Open Gardens as detailed on Page 7 Special Dogwood Edition of the Knoxville Focus E5 E6 www.knoxfocus.com UT Leads Wildflower Pilgrimage in the Great Smoky Mountains 28th Annual Provision Continued from scientific information which is free and open experience the most bio- Health & Wellness E2 into a lively and informa- to the public. Featured logically diverse area in tive performance called evening speakers on the continental U.S.” Dogwood Classic 5K April 25, at the Mills Con- “Weeds for your Needs.” Thursday and Friday are “The Wildflower Pil- The 28th Provision Health & Wellness Dogwood ference Center. It will fea- Elliott takes center stage Bob Miller, Great Smoky grimage hosts many Classic 5K Run/Walk will take place at 8 a.m. on ture entertainer Doug again for the Wednes- Mountains National Park returnees as well as Saturday, April 28, 2012 at the west end of Chero- Elliott who will weave day evening program, public affairs officer, interested newbies like kee Boulevard in Sequoyah Hills. traditional and contem- “Weeds, Woodslore and and Tim Spira, Clemson us on expert-led hikes,” Race start is 8 a.m. for all 5K participants. Online porary plant lore and Wildswoods Wisdom,” University professor of said Nancy Keller Coxe, registration is open through April 25, 2012 and botany. a 2011 attendee from cost is $20 through April 18, 2012. Cost is $25 The event includes 134 Ohio. “We discovered from April 19 through race day. Knoxville Track guided walks and indoor wildflowers, trees and Club members can deduct $5 through April 18 presentations that cover shrubs, mosses, and as part of their membership during early online the region’s rich wildflow- Appalachian history of registration. Participants who choose not to get ers, fauna, ecology, and Tennessee and North a t-shirt may deduct $5 from their registration at cultural and natural his- Carolina. At the time, we any time. tory. The 115 pilgrimage felt rather overwhelmed Optional packet pick-up will be available on leaders are specialists in by the wealth of knowl- Friday, April 27, 2012 at Provision Health & Well- mosses, ferns, wildflow- edge dispensed by enthu- ness from 10 am to 6 pm. Participants will receive ers, fungi, birds, bears, siastic professionals but their bib, chip, t-shirt, and goody bag then. Race bats, wild hogs, salaman- will never walk the woods day registration and packet pick-up will open at ders and more. again as blind.” 6:30 am and close at 7:45 am in the race tent The event also fea- Tickets are $75 per adjacent to the far west end parking lot of Chero- tures a photography con- person for two or more kee Boulevard. test, an art exhibition at days. Single-day tickets The 5K is open to all runners and walkers. The the Arrowmont School of are available for $50. course will close after 1 hour and 10 minutes. Arts & Crafts, a native Student tickets are $10 Runners and walkers will follow the same course. plant sale, and numer- and must be verified with The Provision Health & Wellness Dogwood Clas- ous exhibitors at the reg- a student ID. sic 5K will award overall participants, age groups istration site. For more information, and team competitors. Participants will receive a “Annually this event call 865-436-7318, ext. goody bag and post-race refreshments. attracts people from 222, Monday through Sponsors for the event include Provision Health more than 35 states and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 & Wellness, Pilot Flying J, Runners Market, Tennes- other countries,” said p.m., or visit springwild- see Sports Medicine Group, Advanced Chiroprac- Ken McFarland, chair of flowerpilgrimage.org. tic, and Tim Hathaway/Realty Executives. Rita’s the Wildflower Pilgrim- Lodging information is Italian Ice will be served post race. age organizing commit- also available at this For more information about Provision Health & tee and lecturer in the site. Wellness Dogwood Classic 5K and other events, biology department. “It’s contact Kristy Altman, Managing Director, at 865- a unique opportunity to 805-2008. Special Dogwood Edition of the Knoxville Focus E7 Spring Special! Largest Selection of Fountains in the Knoxville Area

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Featured Open Gardens in this week’s issue: Deane Hill Garden Byway Residential Open Garden 21. J.D. “Bud” and Carolyn Mynatt (water feature) 7133 Wellington Drive, 37919 (Deane Hill)

Holston Hills RESIDENTIAL CAMERA SITES 31. Mr. Al Gill 4920 Shady Dell Trail, 37914 (Holston Hills)

Lakemoor Hills Loudon Lake Residential Camera Sites 15. Dr. Richard Gillespie 2117 Manor Drive, 37920

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28. Mr. & Mrs. Pete Crawford 3509 Bluff Point, 3790 (Lakemoor Hills)

29. Dr. & Mrs. David Gerkin 2300 Lakemoor Drive, 37920 (Lakemoor Hills)

30. Mr. Richard & Mrs. Ann Graf 3505 Bluff Point, 37920 (Lakemoor Hills)

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