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FOCUS Big crowd for Burchett’s Weekly Poll* The Knoxville Chamber Back to School Bash of Commerce is partially funded with Knox County tax dollars. Should the Chamber of Commerce be required to provide a complete accounting of its expenditures if it continues to receive tax dollars?

YES 89.04% NO 10.96% Survey conducted August 16, 2012. * Focus Weekly Polls are conducted by an independent, professional polling company.

Mayor appoints Rebecca Gibson director of Community Development Nine-year Knox County Community Develop- ment employee Rebec- ca Gibson has been pHOTO BY DAN ANDREWS appointed director of the Mayor Tim Burchett greets young Knox Countians outside the Expo Center during the Back to School Bash last Tuesday. Over 2,000 attended the department, Knox County event which offered free school supplies and educational information. UnitedHealthcare Community Plan and the Knoxville Expo Center also spon- Mayor Tim Burchett sored the event. announced last week. The former communi- ty development direc- tor, Grant Rosenberg, recently accepted a posi- Ribbon tion outside of the Knox County Government. “I am very excited to cut at have Rebecca in this new role, and I am confident that she will do a great job for Knox County and Wee Course its citizens,” Mayor Bur- Mayor Madeline Rogero, Mayor Tim Burchett, Ambas- chett said. “Her expe- sador Victor Ashe, city and county officials, supporters rience in the depart- and representatives from Williams Creek and First Tee ment, as well as in the of Greater Knoxville participated in a ribbon cutting of private and non-prof- the new Wee Course on Thursday. it communities, makes The Wee Course, dedicated by the First Tee of Greater her uniquely quali- Knoxville, is a newly constructed three-hole short course fied for this position.” located adjacent to the Williams Creek Golf Course. The “I am honored and Wee Course will allow youth enrolled in The First Tee golf humbled by Mayor Bur- program to have a designated play and practice area. chett’s confidence in me Thanks to the generous support of Ambassador Victor and in the entire Commu- Ashe, Steve and Ann Bailey and the City of Knoxville, the nity Development staff,” First Tee of Greater Knoxville was able to fund the con- Gibson said. “We have struction of The Wee Course. The yardage of the short a great group of employ- course ranges from 75 to 100 yards. ees in this department, Since its inception in 2003, The First Tee of Greater and I look forward to Knoxville has enrolled more than 6,000 children in the continuing to work with nationally recognized The First Tee Life Skills Experi- them in my new role.” ence Curriculum. In addition to teaching the physical The Community Devel- components of golf, this program instills the Nine Core opment department over- Values inherently found in the game; lessons that can sees and coordinates be used by participants their entire lives: honesty, integ- grants and grant-relat- rity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, ed projects ranging from perseverance, courtesy and judgment. defined services con- The First Tee program, including its many outreach tracts to Homeland Secu- initiatives, is expected to expand to serve more than rity and Housing and 9,500 children and young adults by 2014. The First Tee Urban Development. of Greater Knoxville serves a nine county area and is For more informa- headquartered on its 90 acre campus located just two tion about the depart- miles from downtown Knoxville. Its campus includes ment, visit http://knox- Photo by Dan ANdrews. the Williams Creek Golf Course, open year-round to the county.org/commu- Young golfer Christian Carrington watches his shot at Wee Course last Thursday. public, the First Tee Learning Center and now the Wee nitydevelopment. Course at Williams Creek.

Expires 08-24-12 PAGE A2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Knox Countians Believe FOCUS Chamber Should Be Accountable Weekly Poll By Focus Staff expenditures with voters in the Third The district with the biggest number The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce This week’s Knoxville Focus poll District being almost unanimous in of respondents who do not believe queried likely voters, asking the ques- their desire to see the Chamber be the Chamber should be required to is partially funded with Knox County tax tion, “The Knoxville Chamber of Com- accountable. Fully 98% of respon- make its expenditures public was the dollars. merce is partially funded with tax dol- dents in the Third District said they Fourth District with just over 17% of Should the Chamber of Commerce be lars. Should the Chamber of Com- think the Chamber should report voters saying they don’t believe it is required to provide a complete accounting merce be required to provide a com- all of its expenditures publicly. This necessary for the Chamber to detail of its expenditures if it continues to receive plete accounting of its expenditures if affirms the position taken by Third its expenses. Still, more than 82% of it continues to receive tax dollars?” District County Commissioner Tony residents in the Fourth District think tax dollars? The response was a resounding Norman who has pushed the Cham- the Chamber should be more trans- “yes!” ber to provide more information and parent if it continues to receive tax Voters in every district believe documentation about their revenue dollars. % (447) the Chamber should report all of its and expenditures. Yes 89.04 No 10.96% (55) By Age Yes No Total 18-29 66.67% 33.33% 3 What’s Happening to America? 30-49 94.67% 5.33% 75 50-65 90.75% 9.25% 173 There it was hanging quietly against “What’s happening to America?” happiness” goes against the God of 65+ 86.45% 13.55% 251 a brilliant blue sky. I often stop to we may ask in the aftermath of mass all creation. Children are growing up Total 89.04% (447) 10.96% (55) 502 photograph the red, white, and blue murders at Columbine; Virginia Tech; in a world my generation would never flying proudly in Tucson, Arizona; and more recently, have recognized in the days of our By Commission District the breeze. But, Aurora, Colorado. Are we seeing the youth. A line has been crossed, and on this day, the products of latch-key kids? Is Amer- places that were once safe havens are 1 87.88% 12.12% 33 stars and stripes ica suffering a decline in morals and no more. With all our modern means 2 86.57% 13.43% 67 appeared somber family values? Is it pressure to suc- of social media—cell phones, ipads, 3 98.00% 2.00% 50 and still. For sev- ceed inflicted on young minds? I am computers, and you tube—commu- 4 82.67% 17.33% 75 eral days, it was reminded of a young man in one of nication is greater than ever with its 5 89.04% 10.96% 73 a sight seen all my graduate classes at The Univer- instant, world-wide connections. As over our city and sity of Tennessee many years ago. I finish penning this article, headline 6 88.00% 12.00% 25 By Ralphine Major the nation. At He had completed nearly all of his stories of cruelty are surfacing: kit- 7 89.39% 10.61% 66 ralphine3@yahoo. libraries, busi- coursework in dentistry so that he tens, only days old, are rescued from com 8 92.06% 7.94% 63 nesses, firehalls, could carry on the family business. a dumpster; three dogs were tied to 9 90.00% 10.00% 50 and shopping malls, our United One day he found the courage to railroad tracks while the perpetrators Total 89.04% (447) 10.96% (55) 502 States of America flags flew at half- tell his family he did not want to be watched their demise—one miracu- mast. It is a tribute often shown to a dentist at all. He wanted to be a lously survived. Such heartwrench- By Gender political figures in death. This time, teacher. ing news gives one cause to wonder Unknown 90.48% 9.52% 21 it was a national tragedy. Old Glory It is one of the ten commandments how an innocent child born into this Female 89.77% 10.23% 264 was hanging at half-mast because from Almighty God: “Thou shalt not world can transcend into one who Male 88.02% 11.98% 217 one of her own had reigned violence kill.” Exodus 20:13; Deuteronomy would inflict pain and suffering on on his fellow Americans at a midnight 5:17. To rob another human being other creatures. The creatures put Total 89.04% (447) 10.96% (55) 502 movie showing. of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of Continue on page 3 Survey conducted August 16, 2012 Joys of Summers Past Summer 2012 is passing Still, they came up with the After plenty of flying fists the roads” with friends. when the moon was full, I However, to us, it’s drawing by like a speeding car down best ideas of how to spend and unintentional landed Cousin Charlie and I logged would sometimes turn the a little closer to heaven. I-40. It seems that just the summer days. blows, we both gave up and thousands of miles as we lights off, roll down the It’s August and school is o t h e r From our summer after wondered why we fought in traveled from the Copper window, and drive down the back in session, another d a y first grade until high school, the beginning. Kettle on Western Avenue back roads. thing I don’t understand. A m y Mother toiled away at UT to When we were a little to McDonalds in Oak Ridge These days, I enjoy I’m holding on to the last and I earn a degree. In the early older, a gang of us in the to Shoney’s on Broadway. summer vacations we take days of summer and savor- board- years, when Daddy worked neighborhood would camp. If we worked up our cour- and the activities in which ing all the good things that ed a days, we boys were on our One time we set up tents age, a trip to Cumberland we are involved. The best come with them. Before p l an e own. Dal was the designat- no more than twenty feet Avenue was in order. Char- things, though, are right at we can blink our eyes, cold i n ed babysitter. One day he from the railroad tracks. lie slowly cruised “The home. Amy and I both look weather will trap us inside. Nash- walked to the store down Sleep was in short supply. Strip” and pulled beside forward to evening when I’ll hang on as best I can v i l l e the road and bought a pack Another time we found a cars filled with girls. Nei- we can sit on the porch, until the summer heat By Joe Rector as we of Camel cigarettes like the place on Baldy. One boy ther of us had enough guts listen to passing cars and returns and offers plenty headed to Mexico. Then we ones the boys next door brought a squirrel he’d or self-confidence to talk the sounds of critters, of time for fun. traveled to Charleston with smoked. For a few years we killed, and he built a fire to the opposite sex as cars and read or talk. Yeah, to family for another wonder- dabbled with smoking, only and placed the carcass on stopped at red lights. many people that is boring. ful vacation trip. As a boy, I becoming committed smok- a spit. We choked down During the last years spent most of the summer ers during high school. (It’s the half-cooked stuff, and of high school and in col- at home, and that meant not a habit anymore.) On to this day, I can’t stand the lege, I spent most nights finding interesting things another occasion we met thought of eating anything at home. That was a time to do. up with the neighborhood hunted down. We camped before cable television and The boys across Ball boys and climbed Baldy, in our side yard one night. 24 hour programming. I’d Camp Pike used to be, at the time what seemed After dark we walked grow bored after the tube well, adventurous. At to be a mountain close around, and one boy who went black. My favorite least once a month one the house. On still anoth- didn’t see the electric fence thing to do was to jump in of them scraped, punc- er day, the middle son and keeping in the calves had a my old ’54 Chevy and take tured, slashed, or broke Dal provoked Jim and me “shocking” experience. a midnight cruise. Traffic some part of their bodies. into fighting in the yard. In high school we “ran was sparse at that time, so

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I was She has been walking the since many are billing the from the Northeast has is simply no margin for watching a news channel high wire of what-every- 2012 election as the most not been the GOPs most error for the GOP in Dixie. the other night and the big one–managing-her-wants– important in our nation’s effective strategy. Histor- When Barack Obama won s t o r y her-to-be for a long time. I recent history, I know folks ically, Republicans from Virginia and North Caroli- w a s don’t blame her for want- will be engaged when the big states have performed na in 2008, the race was not the ing to do something radical. time comes. It’s just hard the best in presidential over before it even start- econo- Very often, when we take to believe it’s this close. elections. Ohio, Califor- ed. Swing states like Ohio, my, the measures to take control By Richie Beeler There is much to be nia, and Texas have pro- Wisconsin, and Iowa are elec- of our own lives, it looks learned and sorted through duced by far more Repub- a moot point if a Repub- tion, or like “going crazy” to other Football season is upon in the next 80 days. While lican presidents than any lican candidate does not what’s people. Just ask that other us. Last week area high Americans are abundant- other regions of the coun- win every Southern state. g o i n g Disney girl who made head- school teams kicked off ly familiar with President try. To understand the rea- At this point the race on in lines by shearing her long, their seasons in earnest. Obama, they barely know sons behind this dynam- appears to be a tossup. By Sarah Baker t h e blonde locks. Their collegiate cousins Mitt Romney. Yes, he has ic, one need only to look Despite his fierce unpop- bakers@knoxfocus. Middle Many of us thought Brit- will commence in just a been through the test of at the electoral map. The ularity among conserva- com East. ney Spears’s career was couple of weeks, and the a primary season. But the red states and the blue tives, President Obama No, the biggest story on over when she rebelled pros will be soon to follow. vast majority of the voting states. is shown to be leading by the show was Miley Cyrus’s against the micro-manag- It is a captivating time of public still has a great For starters, in today’s a few percentage points new haircut. A middle-aged ers in her life by going all year for Americans as we deal to discover about the world of instant informa- in some polls. But presi- conservative man in a suit Sinead O’Conner, but the celebrate the return of former governor from Mas- tion and global commu- dential polls in August are spoke of it as though it were following year, her album our most popular sport. sachusetts. nication, a candidate’s about as meaningful as a definite indication that Circus sold over 4 million And amid all the fanfare Romney is in more than home state is almost irrel- those college football top the world is going to hell in copies. Reluctantly, I admit and anticipation, one can one sense a rarity. For evant. The ideology and 25 predictions on the mag- a hand basket. The head- that I liked the hit single scarcely imagine that a starters, he is Mormon. political makeup of a state azine rack at Walgreens. line was something like: “Womanizer” with the lyric, presidential election is just And while his conservative is now far more important In 1980, Ronald Reagan “Miley’s New Haircut! What “You say I’m crazy? I’ve 80 days away. religious values will cer- than whether or not a can- trailed President Jimmy does it mean for America?” got your crazy!” It’s a good Believe it or not, in about tainly fit well with those of didate lives there. Al Gore Carter by 9 points in the Are you kidding me? work out song. Neither of two and a half months, the evangelicals, it will none- lost Tennessee in 2000. Gallup Poll in mid-August. In case you haven’t seen these pop stars is on my United States of Ameri- theless be unprecedented Romney will likely lose Both parties are now Miley’s new do, it is very list of favorite artists, but I ca will elect a president. for them to cast their vote Massachusetts in 2012. about to hold their conven- blonde and very short. It have found myself defend- In other words, Ameri- for one of the Latter Day In fact, Romney will have tions. They have chosen reminds me of the haircuts ing the young and blonde a can voters are about to Saints. But in the second his work cut out for him to extremely strategic loca- the skateboarding boy- lot lately. Did you know that choose the individual who place, Mitt Romney is win any of the New Eng- tions - the Democrats in friends of mine had in the Jessica Simpson wanted to will claim the title as most something perhaps even land states. Charlotte and the Repub- 1990s. One of my students be a gospel singer, but she powerful man in the world. more unusual than a Of course the GOP has licans in Tampa. What will told me it is called a “fro- was informed by the Chris- And as I write this article Mormon running for presi- never depended on New emerge from all the fes- hawk.” This may not be a tian music industry that she in mid-August, it seems as dent. He is a Massachu- England to elect a presi- tivities is a more clearly popular opinion, but I kind was too sexy? though no one is paying setts Republican. dent. The western block of defined version of each of of like it. She’s young and My favorite “going crazy” much attention. If Romney is victorious red states, the South, and the candidates. At least beautiful and if she’s going to take control of your own I know that isn’t true in November, he would one or two big swing states as clearly as they want to to experiment with radical life story is not a young of course. When Election be the first New England (like Ohio) has usually define themselves. That styles, now is the time to blonde at all, but rather the Day arrives, Americans will Republican to occupy the been the winning formula will leave the American do it. I am the only one I comedian, Dave Chappelle. endure long lines and foul White House since Calvin for Republicans. And that people two months to form know who likes it. After all, Though his coarse comedy weather to cast their vote Coolidge. Yes, George begs the question, “Can a their own definitions. I don’t have to worry about is not for everybody, I think for Chief Exec. There is not Bush 41 did spend a lot Massachusetts Republi- Two months that could my own daughter copying he is brilliant. In 2005, a likely to be any talk of voter of his time in Kennebunk- can sweep the South?” definitely change the her. “Who cares what she year after signing a two- apathy on November 6th. port, Maine, but most It’s a fair question, and world. does?” Emma blurted out. year, $50 million contract People will vote for presi- voters associate Bush with perhaps the most defining “She’s just some girl who’s to continue his show, he dent even when they won’t Texas, not New England. factor in determining the rich ‘cause her dad had a walked off the set and dis- vote for anything else. And Choosing a nominee outcome of this race. There mullet!” Alrighty then! appeared to South Africa To me she’s a young girl for two weeks. Chappelle, who, while she certainly had like Miley and Britney, had a some lucky connections, is lot of people depending on far more talented and more him for a paycheck. Finally, What’s Happening to America? successful than her father he had to admit to himself was. How many songs that he didn’t like the direc- Cont. from page 2 Americans donated thou- can you name by Billy Ray tion they were taking his life. on this earth for us to enjoy sands of dollars so that a Cyrus besides “Achy Breaky Others were manipulating often provide life-saving bullied grandmother could Heart?” Hmmmmm? Exact- measures of their own to retire; volunteers donated ly! Give the girl a break. Continue on page 4 humans. Cats often detect time, talent, and money gas leaks; dogs have been to build a new home for a known to detect cancer. young boy severely mauled Is it too much violence on by dogs; and even in the television that would, also, movie massacre, heroes prompt intelligent students emerged to save lives while to bully a grandmother serv- losing their own. “Good ing as a bus monitor and Samaritan” gestures too send the images all over often go unreported. Most the world? Americans still respect the Though the good news precious moments that often seems overshad- make up life. Just a few owed by the bad, there is days ago, I heard a Colo- much to support what is rado survivor say that she right and good in America. would give anything to have Words are powerful, and just one more hour with the they often break barriers. boyfriend who took a bullet The Bible’s “Golden Rule” for her. from Jesus’ words in Luke I look, as I often do, at Picture of American flag at half-mast by Ralphine Major 6:31 is still at work today: the plaque hanging in our “And as ye would that men home as if I needed a simply reads: “Every day is should do to you, do ye also reminder about the sanc- a gift.” It truly is. to them likewise.” Generous tity of life. Its message PAGE A4 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Focus MORE on Seymour & South Knox Going Crazy Urban Wilderness Open For Business Cont. from page 3 his creative choices Ribbon Cutting For New Wilderness and some of it was Area in South Knoxville Held on quite offensive. Tuesday I really believe that when things are really By Adam Sullivan Townsend, or Oak Ridge,” heading the wrong way, said former mayor and sometimes a person Bikers and hikers no former ambassador to has to make a drastic longer have to shuttle to Poland, Victor Ashe. move to make the 180 Norris Dam State Park or The Urban Wilderness, degree turn it takes to the Smokies to get the as it has been designated get it back on track. experience of a lifetime. by theLegacy Parks Foun- Sometimes it is neces- Local leaders and hun- dation and the AMBC, is sary to let people know, dreds of volunteers from a collection of trails that “You don’t own my life. the Appalachian Moun- connect Mead’s Quarry I do.” “The worst thing tain Bike Club (AMBC) Nature Area, Forks of the to call somebody is have worked tirelessly River Wildlife Manage- crazy,” Chappelle has over the past five years ment Area, private land said. “It’s dismissive. to create over 35 miles of easements, Hastie Park, I don’t understand trails located just minutes and Marie Myers Park, all this person. So they’re from downtown. On Tues- in South Knoxville. The crazy... These people Photo by Adam Sullivan day, August 14, a ribbon official loop makes up 11 are not crazy. Maybe cutting iced the cake on miles of trails and allows Local leaders officially open the new wilderness loop to the public. their environment is a what has been an excit- recreationists experience little sick.” When that ing and eventful year for each of the local parks. environment is Holly- the “Urban Wilderness.” The loop has recent- and South Knoxville City usually dwindles during said Mark Rodriguez, sec- wood, I think it’s safe Over 200 spectators and ly been signed with trail Councilman Nick Pavlis. the summer, as most vol- retary of the AMBC. “With to assume it is sick. local leaders assembled names andratings for The Legacy Parks Foun- unteers are avid riders. Concord Park out west, That is why Chappelle on View Park Drive in almost the entire 35 dation eventually hopes In December 2011, work- we also do a lot of mainte- needed to get as far South Knoxville at an area miles. Several pavilions to connect the trails at ers were able to cut a few nance out there. We built away from it as he where the loop weaves equipped with maps have the Urban Wilderness miles of trails in just 8 kiosks earlier this year could. through the neighborhood. been installed through- to the Fork Dickerson hours using upwards of and a giant wood berm in My boyfriend thinks “What has been done out entrances to the area through greenways 100 volunteers. Since a matter of a few hours.” I’m mistaken. He said, here is really a represen- Urban Wilderness. and other easements. December, AMBC lead- Outdoors enthusiasts “Sarah, sometimes tation of dreams becom- “In the last five years, The Foundation contin- ers Brian Hann and Mat- can find maps at lega- people are just crazy” ing reality, and just as the outside of Ijams, this ues to purchase ease- thew Kellogg have been cyparks.org and volun- and he HATES Miley’s connection exists in South and the waterfront are ments and properties using mechanical equip- teers can join the AMBC new haircut. I agree Knoxville, between Ijams, the two biggest things needed to continue con- ment to dig new trails at ambc-sorba.org. The with the folks who Forks of the River, Hastie to impact South Knox- nections between the through Mead’s Quarry AMBC holds weekly group say, “The only normal and Marie Myers, there’s ville. This has come to parks in South Knoxville. and Marie Myers Park. rides on Tuesday eve- people are the ones no reason this can’t set fruition very quickly and The AMBC routinely cuts “We built 20 feet of nings at 6:00 p.m. at the you don’t know that the foundation for the is a nucleus for all kinds new trails and grooms bridge and we were Mead’s Quarry parking lot. well.” And shucks, y’all, future of greenways of activity along the existingtrails throughout swamped, trudging around it’s just hair! leading to the Smokies, way,” said Vice Mayor the year. However, activity in mud up to our knees,” August 20, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B1

August 20, 2012 New at the Tennessee Valley Fair Come and Get It at the of football in a whole new Tennessee Valley Fair, way – derby style! Watch as September 7-16. In 2012, the “Tennessee” and “Florida” Fair is gearing up to debut a battle it out in our Action Sports variety of unique new attrac- arena. This family-friendly event tions, contests and exhibits for is a fun way to get pumped for East Tennesseans to enjoy: the upcoming SEC matchup Local Artist Spotlight – on September 15. Wear your Sunday, September 9 – 6 team colors and come out to p.m. Experience some of support your team! East Tennessee’s best up and Texas Roadhouse: “How coming musicians free with to Create Legendary Ribs” – your paid fair admission. Don’t Saturday, September 15 – 6 Miss: Brad Blackwell, Stephen p.m. Learn how they create Hunley and Southern Drawl their signature ribs! Free live Band cooking demonstration on our Einstein Simplified Comedy Culinary Arts Stage. Improv – Friday, September 14 “Best of” Concessionaire – 6 p.m. Einstein Simplified has Fair Food Contest - Friday, been entertaining Knoxville and September 7 – (Judging will surrounding areas since 1994. occur pre-Fair) Ever wonder Don’t miss this free family who has the best corn dog, friendly night of laughs. funnel cake and candy apple Paul Bunyan Lumberjack at the fair? In 2012, we’ll show- Show – September 7-16 – case the best food the fair has Multiple Daily Showtimes. Truly to offer. Winning concession- a giant in family entertainment, aires will display a “Best of the this action-packed lumberjack Tennessee Valley Fair” banner. show features log rolling, log Pink Day Hoe Down – Sunday, rolling dogs, chopping, sawing, September 9 – 3 p.m. (Paint Photo by Dan Andrews. axe throwing, dragster chain- the Fair Pink Day) Line dance to saw, tree climbing and much help stomp out breast cancer! Taiwanese delegation visits Knoxville. A delegation from Taiwan visited Knoxville last Tuesday more! Rock your best cowgirl/cowboy where they toured Rural/Metro and then enjoyed lunch at the Golden Wok. Pictured above are Lang-Chin Football Free-For-All! – couture and boot scoot with the Chiu, Speaker of the Chia-Yi City Council; John Mills, Government Affairs Director of Rural/Metro; and Wednesday, September 12 Texas Roadhouse line dance Rob Webb, Division General Manager of Rural/Metro at the Golden Wok. – 7 p.m. Experience the thrill Continue on page 4

YWCA Announces Honorees for the 2012 Tribute to Women Event The YWCA honors out- all honored. These themes passion has inspired individ- Biographies of her son David, who has produce their award-win- standing women in the com- reflect the mission of the uals across the country. autism and bipolar disor- ning children’s book Be True munity by through Tribute to YWCA, which is to eliminate Additionally, the YWCA Wendy Lowe Besmann’s mis- der. She served as a peer to You. Her newest collabor- Women. This annual event is racism, empower women, honored U.S. Cellular with sion is to help families “show teacher and statewide policy ative project is Team Up for East Tennessee’s foremost and create peace, justice, YWCA’s 2012 Partner in up, stand up, and speak advocate with the National Families/Colaboración, a acknowledgment and appre- dignity, and freedom for all. Equality Award for their excel- up” for their needs. Three Alliance for Mental Illness series of family workbooks ciation of the contributions Nominations were lence in promoting equality decades in East Tennessee and wrote Team Up for Your and empowerment trainings of local women. The award reviewed and scored by in business and community. have given this California Child, a practical, step-by- in English and Spanish. ceremony held on Thursday, three out-of-state judges, “We feel they best exempli- native an appreciation of step parent workbook used Melodie Daniels is a native August 16, 2012, at the Bijou including Christine Johnson fy the mission of the YWCA. how diverse cultures thrive by family advocacy organiza- Knoxvillian and the middle Theatre honored nine individ- from Kentucky, Dr. Salome They are a great role model in our community. Her first tions across the country. This child of three. At an early age, uals and one corporation. Raheim from Connecticut, for our community,” said book, A Separate Circle, experience led to her work as she developed the gift of The six 2012 Tribute and Kathleen Sgambati from Lorie Matthews, 2012 YWCA traced the 150-year histo- social marketer and training gab along with a charismat- to Women honorees are: New Hampshire. Tribute to Women chair. ry of Knoxville’s Jewish life coordinator for K-Town Youth ic personality that embraced Wendy Lowe Besmann, The YWCA Tribute to For more information and times. Another just-for- Empowerment Network, everyone with whom she Melodie Daniels, Leigha Women event also induct- on the YWCA’s Tribute to fun project was a histori- a federally funded initia- came in contact. She gradu- Edwards, Shaun Fulco, Trudy ed two individuals into the Women, please contact cal romance about a young tive that helps youth 14-21 ated from East Tennessee Hughes and Maxine Raines. Lifetime Achievement list- Danielle Benson at (865) Jewish woman painted by struggling with serious emo- State University and landed This year’s event empha- ing. This year, Helen Ashe 523-6126 or DBenson@ Rembrandt. tional and behavioral issues her first job with Florence sizes work and dedication and Ellen Turner, founders of ywcaknox.com or visit our A longtime magazine free- and their families. Wendy is Crittenton Agency. She to Equality, Empowerment, the Love Kitchen; they have website at www.ywcaknox. lance writer, Wendy’s career proudest of helping K-Town’s became a mentor to preg- and Transformation by all served Knoxville’s hungry com. and volunteer life shifted Youth Council and Sarah nant women, a supportive eighteen finalists and by for over 26 years, and their dramatically with the birth Moore Green Elementary Continue on page 2

Molly Huff, Maggie Daves, Valedictorian Salutatorian PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Take 5 for Education

Getting back into good activity, whether it’s going homework and study outside to play or frolick- habits after summer break ing with the dog. After 30 may prove challenging for minutes of homework, a some students, but it is not 10-minute break might be impossible. in order. Amy Broemmel, an asso- “If a child is frustrated, ciate professor of elementa- moving forward is not going ry and literacy education at to do anything for the learn- the University of Tennessee, ing,” Broemmel said. Knoxville, offers these tips to 4. Model good behavior parents to help their children — Parents should not watch transition back into school TV while their children are life. doing homework. Sit at the 1. Find their rhythm — table with them and pay Are students better studying bills or read a book. Or you right after they get home? Or can be fixing dinner so that do they need a break and a you’re nearby to answer snack first? questions. “It’s really individual, and 5. Build up success — If Photo by Dan Andrews. you have to know your kids,” you have a child who strug- Superintendent Jim McIntyre, pictured at Farragut Middle School with Assistant Principal Richard Fulford, is mak- Broemmel said. “Just like gles with doing homework, ing a number of initial visits to selected Knox County Schools during the first three weeks of the new school year. Mem- adults, kids have rhythms. do the easy stuff first to build bers of the Board of Education, as well as other elected officials and stakeholders, have been encouraged to join him Teens are more alert later momentum and lead up to on these tours. in the day. Knowing and the harder stuff. allowing them to go with “If it’s a kid who breezes what works for them is through homework, start important.” with the harder stuff and 2. Discourage multitask- work backward,” Broemmel ing — Parents should dis- said. courage students from doing Parents might have a homework while they have harder time helping chil- their phone on or they’re on dren with homework as the computer. they move into higher “Humans aren’t good at grades. Broemmel encour- multitasking even though ages them to talk with the kids like to think they are,” teacher, regardless of their Broemmel said. “One of the students’ academic level — things parents can do is to elementary, middle or high say, ‘We’re in the homework school. zone. We’re not going to “In a vast majority of be texting friends or be on cases, teachers are going Facebook.’” to be thankful and respon- Photo by Dan Andrews 3. Take active breaks — sive because you ask,” she Councilman Grieves explains the proceedings of the Council meeting earlier this month to Pack 155’s Brad Croisdale, Break up long stretches of said. Brain Pack, Brandon Pack and Gregory Croisdale. homework with physical YWCA Announces Honorees for the 2012 Tribute to Women Event Cont. from page 1 who are like diamonds in married to Blake Edwards aspects of the business, institutions. for many years what it was listener to the adolescents the rough in need of help to and is the very proud mama including accounting practic- Trudy’s service to the com- like to be hungry and des- at Barrett Hall, and a relief shine. of Ella, 9, and Hudson, 3. es, budgeting, financial plan- munity includes: Tennessee titute. During her mother’s houseparent at Columbus As a native East She is dedicated to teaching ning and analysis, financial Commission on Children and periodic breakdowns, she Home. Melodie’s career jour- Tennessean, Leigha Edwards them the value of giving back strategy, and monitoring of Youth, Tennessee Community and her brother were taken ney continued as adminis- is proud to call Oak Ridge her to their community and lives financial performance. Service Agencies Board of to John Tarleton Children’s trative assistant at DRI. She home. While holding high-vis- by the mantra “from those to As a survivor of domestic Directors, Blount County Home. Maxine married at advanced to HIV/AIDS out- ibility positions at Oak Ridge whom much is given, much abuse, Shaun has a long his- Chamber of Commerce fifteen, but it lasted just a reach as an educator, leading National Laboratory, Leigha is required.” tory of serving others facing Board of Directors, and few weeks. Two years later to her first acting role in the has made substantial invest- New Orleans native Shaun similar struggles, first in New Tennessee Chapter of Child she married Chester Raines; Kids on the Block HIV/AIDs ments of her personal time Fulco, who came to Knoxville Orleans and now at the YWCA Advocacy Centers. Prior ser- they were married 48 years program. Melodie’s desire in community service to a in 2005, has a life story Knoxville. At the YWCA, she vice includes Starlight Gala when Chester passed to help women in her com- variety of organizations. She that includes more than has been involved in the chair for the Maryville City away. Maxine has also lived munity led her to Helen Ross is recognized throughout one instance of remark- development of two domes- Schools Foundation, advo- through the deaths of two McNabb Center’s SISTERS of the region for extensive vol- able transformation. A sur- tic violence programs: the cacy chair for the Tennessee children and, recently, the the Rainbow as a case man- unteer efforts that build on vivor who overcame the loss Hispanic Outreach Program Junior League, grantsman- death of Joshua, her pre- ager, and her enthusiasm, and complement her profes- of both parents, ten years and Enough!, a new initiative ship chair for the Junior cious 18-year-old-grandson. clinical skills, and humor sional roles. Her energy and of domestic abuse, single that trains citizen volunteers League of Chattanooga, Maxine’s daughter, Sheri, made her a natural choice to enthusiasm have made her a parenthood, and Hurricane to support YWCA efforts to and past president of the and her granddaughter, lead as program coordinator, highly effective advocate for Katrina, Shaun is not content serve victims and end vio- Southeast Tennessee Whitney, are truly a blessing empowering women on their all of the organizations that to say that she made it safely lence. An accomplished vocal- Council on Children and to her. journey of recovery. she serves, both profession- to the other side. Instead, ist, Shaun mentors aspiring Youth. A graduate of Maxine has worked in the Melodie also serves as ally and personally. She has she makes the most of every vocalists between the ages Leadership Blount Class medical field for many years. a community activist at reached across organization- day, investing her time and of seven and 20 and is a of 2004 and Leadership In 1981, she became part of Community Evangelistic al boundaries to build rela- energy to make the world a cast member of Front Page Chattanooga Class of 1998, Women’s Aglow, a Christian Church. She and her hus- tionships that create value in better place. A graduate in Follies, a fundraiser held by Trudy received the 2006 Blue organization that supports band Paul are proud par- the community, and she has accounting and finance from the East Tennessee Society Ribbon Prevention Advocate women around the world. At ents of a beautiful daughter, brought community leaders the Elaine P. Nunez College of Professional Journalists. Award from Prevent Child a 1990 Aglow conference Danielle, who is an aspir- together to deliver programs in New Orleans, Shaun Shaun volunteers with Knox Abuse Tennessee and the in Washington, D.C., she ing student in chemistry at and initiatives with lasting serves as CFO of Moxley Heritage and was a member 2000 Jim Pryor Advocacy was saddened by the many Tennessee State University. impact on economic and Carmichael, a premier public of Introduction Knoxville Fall Award from the Tennessee homeless people she saw on Melodie gives God the glory social issues. and media relations firm in Class of 2011. Commission on Children and the streets. That was when for allowing her the oppor- A graduate of the University Knoxville. In that capac- Trudy Hughes’s commit- Youth. Despite all of these she received her calling to go tunity to work with women of Tennessee, Leigha is ity, she directs all financial ment to nonprofit service orig- achievements, Trudy’s great- back to the streets and help inated from volunteer work est accomplishment and joy the homeless in Knoxville, with behaviorally and men- is being a parent to two won- and Lost Sheep Ministry was tally challenged adolescent derful sons. born. Maxine’s passion is to boys. Trudy holds degrees Once a lost sheep, Maxine help women, men, and chil- in finance, human services, Raines was left homeless at dren get off the streets. She and community counsel- the age of six when her alco- is their trusted friend and ing, all from the University holic father left the family. confidant. Most of her days of Tennessee. She current- Her mother’s mental illness are spent getting clients into ly serves as adjunct faculty forced Maxine to care for rehabilitation programs and with the Maryville College herself, her brother, and her a productive lifestyle. Maxine Psychology Department mother. She searched dump- has been called the “Mother and has taught at sever- sters for food and other Teresa” of Knoxville. al other higher education necessities, and she knew PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 August 20, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B3 A Feudin’ Son of Tennessee: Chapter Kenneth McKellar Thirteen Pages from primary. Governor Cooper did only marginally less well the Political in his own campaign against Past Dempster.

The Republicans had nominated Howard Baker, Sr. of Huntsville to oppose McKellar, father of future U. S. Senator Howard H. Baker, Jr. The election must have sparked some By Ray Hill interesting conversation around the dinner table as [email protected] Senator Baker has pointed out his Great Aunt Mattie y 1940, Kenneth Keene worked for Senator McKellar had McKellar. Baker recalls represented visiting Washington, D. C. to TennesseeB in the United see his Aunt Mattie whom States Senate longer than he described as being quite any other man. At seventy- liberated for the time as she one, the senator showed no smoked, drank and swore signs of slowing down, much as well as any man. less retiring. McKellar loved his job and was quite good McKellar understood at it. It was quite clear he Republicans in Tennessee would seek a fifth term in represented no real threat the United States Senate. to his continued service in the Senate and spent most With World War II already of his time campaigning raging in Europe, Franklin for Franklin Roosevelt. Roosevelt watched events Once again the Democrats with a wary eye, knowing it campaigned as a ticket and was a matter of time before McKellar and Cooper won the United States was easily, as did Roosevelt. Photo from the author’s personal collection. involved, but his actions were tempered by the Senator Kenneth McKellar and Georgia U. S. Senator Walter F. George attending a meeting of the Democratic It was during the strong isolationist sentiment Conference Committee, 1943. decade of the 1940s that in America. The isolationists McKellar began to earn had numerous powerful his reputation as a serious spokesmen in Congress, the hard pressed British the idea of a third term for coyly made no declaration out Speaker Bankhead and accomplished feudist. including Montana U. Empire. Neither Senator anyone and was himself an of his candidacy; in fact, he for the vice presidential McKellar had been a S. Senator Burton K. McKellar nor E. H. Crump official candidate for the made it quite clear he was nomination. successful attorney before Wheeler, Missouri U. S. especially liked Franklin Democratic presidential not running. Democrats his election to Congress Senator Bennett Champ Roosevelt personally; nomination. “Cactus Jack” gathering in Chicago for The Republicans had and was thoroughly Clark, California’s Hiram both acknowledged FDR’s didn’t get much of anywhere the Democratic National nominated a dark horse capable of ambushing an Johnson and many others. considerable political skills, with his candidacy and Convention erupted into wild candidate for the presidency, unsuspecting witness before The isolationist campaign, as well as his deviousness other members of FDR’s cheering when a mysterious Wendell Willkie, a choice Congressional committees. designed to keep America and willingness to lie when administration harbored voice came over the loud that Senator McKellar found It was K. D. McKellar who out of European wars, was it suited him. Allen Drury, presidential ambitions. speakers, chanting, “We especially loathsome. Willkie had publicly embarrassed hardly confined to Congress. a young reporter for the Cordell Hull, Secretary want Roosevelt! We want had been affiliated with the FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover, Many prominent Americans Associated Press during of State, was frequently Roosevelt!”, a cry soon taken private power interests by forcing a sheepish strongly supported the the 1940s and best selling mentioned, but secretly up by most the delegates. for most of his career, admission from Hoover he America First movement, author of Advise and Consent suffered from Sarcoidosis, Frenzied Democrats soon which both McKellar and had never personally made which was especially strong once told me years ago that a serious illness oftentimes “drafted” Roosevelt to run Crump saw as a significant a single arrest in his career in the Midwestern part of the Senator McKellar’s sulfuric confused with tuberculosis. again. threat to the Tennessee as a law enforcement officer. country. Charles Lindberg, private comments about Hull was also seventy Valley Authority. Crump That particular exchange the world famous aviator, President Roosevelt could years old at the time and As Vice President Garner mentioned to McKellar in a so chagrined the Director was one of the more notable never be printed in a family McKellar’s announcement had opposed FDR and stated letter his belief the “TVA in that he insisted being spokesmen at America First newspaper. Still, McKellar backing Roosevelt helped to he was going home to Texas Tennessee will go” if Willkie on the scene personally rallies all across the country. issued a strong statement stall any bandwagon in Hull’s regardless of the outcome happened to be elected, when the FBI cornered Support for America First endorsing Roosevelt for a home state of Tennessee. of the race, it was a forgone a view McKellar shared. criminal Alvin Karpis in was not confined to the third term, which no man conclusion there would McKellar told Crump he New Orleans. Hoover Republican Party, as many had ever had in American James A. Farley, who had be a new vice presidential didn’t believe Willkie had any took credit for the arrest, influential Democrats politics. At the time, there managed Roosevelt’s 1932 nominee. FDR surprised and better chance to be elected making sure an account were staunch isolationists. was no legal prohibition for presidential campaign, had infuriated many Democrats than Alf Landon in 1936 of his bravery reached the David I. Walsh, the first Irish a president not to seek a been named Chairman of with his announcement when Roosevelt won every press, an account Karpis Catholic Democrat ever to be third term in office, but most the Democratic National he had selected Secretary state in the nation save for himself hotly disputed later. elected governor and United had followed the example Committee as well as of Agriculture Henry A. Maine and Vermont. According to Karpis, Hoover States Senator from the Bay set by George Washington Postmaster General Wallace to be his running remained hidden until he State, hated the British and and retired after two terms. by a grateful FDR. The mate. Wallace had been, Crump issued his own had actually been arrested from his perch as Chairman Franklin Roosevelt, knowing association between Farley of all things, a Republican statement strongly backing by an agent; only when it of the Senate’s Naval Affairs there would be considerable and Roosevelt had been before being appointed FDR, which Senator McKellar seemed perfectly safe to Committee, kept FDR from opposition to his seeking a quite close, but despite to Roosevelt’s Cabinet. pointed out to the president do so did Hoover emerge to going too far to help Britain, third term as President of being an Irish Catholic Wallace had never held and assured Roosevelt he claim credit for the arrest. which was then desperately the United States, played (and therefore considered elective office in his life had nothing to worry about struggling under the Nazi a shrewd game as the unelectable by most before and was considered in Tennessee. Neither did Hoover was quite used to onslaught. Walsh was nominating conventions Democrats), Farley wanted by many to be a mystic or McKellar. being treated deferentially an interesting character approached. to be president himself. worse. by the Congress and had and believed to be gay by Roosevelt’s own son Elliott McKellar was running been stricken by having to many in Massachusetts. In Roosevelt gave no went to the convention as Democrats mutinied for his fifth term in the admit he had never made an fact, one Massachusetts indication he was actually a delegate pledged to vote and Speaker of the House Senate and opponents arrest and was even angrier industrialist once said of a candidate for the for Farley. William B. Bankhead was despaired of beating him when McKellar attempted Walsh, he would trust the Democratic nomination nominated for the vice and only the eccentric Dr. to cut the operating budget senator to accompany his and booms started for other Many Democrats were presidency to oppose John R. Neal entered the of the FBI. Needless to daughter on a cruise around candidates, none of which frankly terrified of the Wallace, as were several primary to challenge the say, relations between the the world, but wouldn’t trust gained much traction. FDR prospect Franklin Roosevelt favorite son candidates. The old senator. Governor secretive FBI Director and Walsh in a canoe crossing a himself repeatedly stated might actually return to rebellion was so serious FDR Cooper had only slightly Senator McKellar were to creek with his son. his only desire was to his estate on the Hudson himself had to emphatically more serious opposition in remain strained for decades return to his estate on the River. FDR had proven to state he would turn down the form of Knoxville Mayor to come. Senator McKellar and Hudson River in upstate be the best vote getter the the presidential nomination George Dempster. McKellar Senator Tom Stewart both New York. Vice President Democratic Party had seen if the convention refused to crushed Dr. Neal, winning strongly supported FDR’s John Nance Garner, former and many were fearful the ratify his choice of a running 230,000 votes to Neal’s foreign policy, including the Speaker of the House of Roosevelt coalition would fall mate. Enough Democrats nearly 15,000 votes, giving Lend Lease program, which Representatives, and a salty apart without the president were frightened by FDR’s the senator almost 94% accomplished much to aid old campaigner, opposed at the top of the ticket. FDR threat to help Wallace edge of the ballots cast in the PAGE B4 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Pellissippi State hosts Arts & Entertainment Backstage Pass event to launch arts series For more than 35 years, Pellissippi State Community College has welcomed the community to take part in the institu- Arts & Culture Alliance Presents the tion’s many cultural activities. Beginning this fall, Pellissippi State launches The Arts at Pellissippi State, an arts series that offers more opportunities than ever Artists of Fairfield Glade to enjoy everything from music and the- The Arts & Culture Alliance to present art through educa- atre to cultural celebrations, lectures, and is pleased to present a new tion, exhibitions, and partici- the fine arts. exhibition by the Art Guild of pation in community outreach The series showcases the talents of Fairfield Glade featuring original events; and to provide needed, Pellissippi State students and faculty, as oil, watercolor, pastel, colored meaningful services and edu- well as those of special guest performers. pencil, acrylic, pottery, photog- cational resources to meet the To set the new series in motion, the col- raphy, mixed media, sculpture, needs of Cumberland County lege is hosting Backstage Pass, an eve- jewelry, and more by nearly residents, visitors, students, and ning that will showcase a sampling of the 35 regional artists. The exhi- local artists through its student arts-related events slated for the upcom- bition will be displayed at the scholarship program, art library, ing season. Emporium Center in downtown workshops, special events, and Backstage Pass offers attendees not Knoxville from September 7-28, volunteer opportunities. The only a behind-the-scenes look at future 2012, and an opening reception Guild currently has about 130 arts activities but also a live auction and will take place as part of First members from the surround- cocktail buffet. The setting is Knoxville’s Friday activities on September ing area. During the year, mem- Cherokee Country Club. Proceeds from 7 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. bers hold art shows, receptions, Detail of a Watercolor by Claudia Kirkpatrick the special event will be used by the Founded in 1978 by twelve studio tours, classes and spon- Pellissippi State Foundation to support artists, the Art Guild at Fairfield sor trips to area galleries and and partake in the camaraderie 100 S. Gay Street. Gallery hours The Arts at Pellissippi State. Glade is a volunteer 501(c)(3) points of interest. Through the of learning new skills. Art Guild are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – “Backstage Pass” takes place on Friday, not-for-profit organization formed year classes are available in volunteers also reach elemen- 5:00 p.m. with additional hours Sept. 7, beginning at 7 p.m. Cherokee to support and promote the arts. watercolor, oil, pastels, acrylic, tary grade students through its on Saturday, September 8, from Country Club is located at 5138 Lyons Membership is open to every- pen and ink, and other media unique Picture Person Program. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more View Pike. one interested in furthering art as members volunteer to teach. For more information, visit www. information, please contact the Individuals interested in attending are appreciation, personal growth Members at all levels of expe- artguildfairfieldglade.net. Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) encouraged to order tickets early. Tickets in creative activities, and being rience, skills, and interest are Artwork by The Art Guild of 523-7543, or visit the Web site are $100 per person. Sponsorships also part of a dynamic, growing orga- encouraged to participate in a Fairfield Glade will be on dis- at www.knoxalliance.com. are available. nization. The Guild’s mission is friendly, helpful environment play at the Emporium Center, For additional information on Backstage Pass, call the Pellissippi State Foundation New at the Tennessee Valley Fair at (865) 539-7351. Cont. from page 1 BlueSlip Winery, this contest Adult and children’s divisions condiments and compete (Adults) / “Muffin madness” is open to home gardeners team! Donation requested is open to all amateur wine- available! Download info & for a chance to win Food City (Youth division) who have never displayed to participate – all proceeds makers. Lil Miss Pageant entry form. All proceeds gift cards! Veggie Creatures – Kid’s vegetables at the Tennessee benefit Susan G. Komen for –Friday, September 7 – 5:30 benefit Susan G. Komen for Decorated Cakes and Horticulture Contest – Entry Valley Fair. Youth and adult the Cure, Knoxville Affiliate.. p.m. New pageant especial- the Cure, Knoxville Affiliate. Cupcakes Competition – Deadline – August 16. Play divisions available. No sign-up required, just ly for young ladies ages 7-9. Food City Hot Dog Higher premiums and new with your food! Open to chil- To learn more about the show up and boot scoot! Entry deadline is August 30. Decorating Contest specialty prizes in 2012! dren (12 years & under) 93rd annual Tennessee New Contests / See D3 for more details. –Sunday, September 16 – 3 Sponsored by SugarBakers build a sculpture using only Valley Fair, please visit Competitive Exhibits Caps for the Cure. p.m. New “day-of” competi- & KupKaties Kupkakes. vegetables. 2 divisions: TNValleyFair.org or call 865- Tennessee Valley Amateur Decorate a cap to help fight tion – show up and partici- King Arthur Flour Contest Veggie Creature or Mr. and 215-1471. Winemaking Competition breast cancer! Categories: pate! Create your own hot – September 11 – 7 p.m. – Mrs. Potato Head. – Saturday, September 8 Pretty in Pink, Down on the dog masterpiece – top a Live Judging. “These ain’t Horticulture – First Time (Live Judging) Presented by Farm, Fair Food & Wild Safari. dog with the most unique your mama’s biscuits!” Exhibitors - . This competition August 20, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C1

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Cherokees Trap Beavers Again Bearden Offense By Curtis Trotter Impresses in Resilience is an asset most coaches love to have late in any football season. 45-9 Victory By David Klien Bouncing back from deficits as they built a 31-3-half- is huge to a team that has 0-32. That was last time lead. The Bulldogs play-off intentions. Friday year. 45-9. This is this had two running touch- night at Karns High School, year. Hardin Valley blew downs and two passing South Doyle head coach out Bearden 32-0 last touchdowns with one field Clark Duncan experienced year at home after a goal in the first half. that same asset in week two-hour weather delay. Five different Bulldog zero of play when his Cher- This year, Bearden took players scored touch- okees not only bounced advantage of four Hawks’ downs for the Bulldogs back, but stormed back turnovers, converting on the night, with wide with 29 unanswered points them into 17 points on receiver Hunter Johnson and a 32-14 victory. Sopho- their way to a 45-9 victo- catching two touchdown more Malik Lundy, who was ry over the visiting Hawks. passes. Quarterback silent in the first half for Bearden’s offense came the Cherokees, blazed his out firing on all cylinders Continue on page 3 way to 172 total yards on the ground to solidify the opening South Doyle vic- tory. Karns went up early Grace Christian on a couple of touchdown connections from Matt Nauman. On the receiv- upends Carter, 49-21 ing end of the scores were By Alex Norman Blake Bowman and Sted- game played on Grace man Love. It would be the The season started in Christian’s new synthetic only scoring a second half an odd way for the Grace playing surface. Cherokee defense would Christian Rams. In 2011, the Grace allow all evening. South Someone scored on Christian Rams finished Doyle kicker Caleb Mitch- them… 10-0, and would have ell, who dented the score In the end though, it been favored to play for board twice, pulled the vis- didn’t make much of a the Class 2A champi- iting Tribe to within a 14-6 difference. The Rams onship. However, they contest. Whatever Duncan Photo by Adam Sullivan knocked off the Carter were still serving the told his squad in the locker Hornets 49-21 on Thurs- second year of a TSSAA Jocquez Bruce of South Doyle breaks up a Karns pass in the first quarter as Karns day, August 16, in the first Continue on page 3 Continue on page 3 opened the game with a strong pass offense. Gibbs erupts in second half for win over Scott County By Ken Lay “We didn’t tackle well in receiver Ryan Hunley. Gibbs High School’s the first half and we had On defense, junior Skyler football team used a big two turnovers on consec- Lane had an interception second half to run past utive series and one of while Keaton Cupp and Scott County Friday night those turnovers led to a Brandon Norton were in a season-opening road touchdown,” Conley said. among Gibbs High’s lead- victory. At halftime, we went back ing tacklers. Eagles senior quarter- and talked to the kids “I haven’t seen our tack- back Jay Cade ran for three about what we talk about ing numbers yet but Cupp touchdowns and threw for all the time. and Brandon Norton [both another to lead Gibbs to a “That’s taking care of the defensive ends] did a great 41-14 victory over the High- football, tackling well on job defensively,” Conley landers. defense and giving incred- said. “We felt like our kids ible effort.” The Eagles will play their responded well after half- The Eagles obviously home opener Friday night time,” Gibbs coach Brad listened to their veteran against Claiborne. Kickoff Conley said. “You have one coach and outscored Scott is slated for 7:30. first game every year and 27-0 over the final 24 min- Claiborne lost its it’s better to start 1-0. utes. season opener to Cocke “It’s good to get a win and Cade, the Eagles’ vet- County 32-12 last week now, we see that there’s eran quarterback, had 17 and remains a mystery to room for improvement.” carries for 291 yards and Conley. At halftime, the Eagles scored three times on the “I don’t know anything and the Highlanders were ground. He had touchdown about them,” Conley said. “I locked in a 14-14 tie and runs of 45, 84 and 54 yards know that they had a pretty Photo by james spears, SpearsPhoto Conley used the break to respectively. good quarterback last year remind his squad to get Cade also threw a 43-yard and he was a senior.” Gibbs quarterback Jay Cade escapes from a pair of Scott County defenders in the Eagles’ back to the basics. scoring strike to senior 41-14 victory at Scott County Friday night. Cade racked up 291 rushing yards and scored three rushing TD’s. He also had a touchdown pass. PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Karns High Rick Byrd will join dad in Hall of Fame School Volleyball Doyle grad is one of nation’s top coaches one of the winningest coach- Byrd indicated he had heard was not interested in criticizing preview es in the nation with a record from a couple of childhood young kids or getting coaches By Ken Lay By Steve Williams of 637-339. buddies who may be coming fired. We need more of that Karns High School’s vol- roles in Byrd joining the coach- The 31st Hall of Fame to the induction ceremony. perspective today, I think.” leyball team found itself Rick Byrd, highly successful ing ranks. dinner and induction ceremo- “Jimmy Bales, a high school Other Hall of Fame induct- in an unfamiliar place last basketball coach at Belmont “I could just as easily have ny will be Thursday night (Aug. golf teammate, has a daugh- ees this year include Bob season. University in Nashville, has ended up in high school,” 23) at the Knoxville Conven- ter at Belmont and we have Black, Missy Flemming, Rocky The Lady Beavers were not forgotten his South Knox- pointed out Byrd. “I just tion Center. Phil Niekro, major been in touch.” Goode, Todd Kelly, Charles sitting at home during the ville roots and those who influ- wanted to coach as I went league baseball Hall of Famer Byrd still remembers many “Bud” Lobetti, Jr., Terry Region 2-AAA Tournament enced his decision to go into through UT. When I became known for his knuckleball, will of his coaches, who may McDaniel, Glenn McNish, for the first time in 10 years. coaching. a student assistant coach at be the keynote speaker. have had a hand in the type Dave Parrington and Charlie Karns began its dominance His dad, Ben Byrd, longtime UT, I started focusing on the “It is special to be honored of coach he is today. Severance. of the area volleyball scene sports editor of The Knoxville college side. Fortunately, Billy by your hometown,” said Byrd, “Bill Knaffl was my Biddy Golfer Scott Stallings will when coach Kynette Wil- Journal, tops that list, and Henry was named the AD and a Doyle High School graduate. League coach, Phil French was be recognized as Profession- liams arrived in 2002. For Rick will be joining him as a basketball coach at Maryville “The fact that my father is in my B-team coach at Doyle and al Athlete of the Year and the next nine years, the member of the Greater Knox- College and asked me to help the same Hall of Fame makes Pat Robinette was my high Pat Summitt will receive the Lady Beavers won either ville Sports Hall of Fame this him, so my first position was in it double so.” school coach,” he said. 2012 Ignite Greatness Award. the District 3-AAA Tourna- week. college. It is difficult to go from Byrd still has fond childhood “All the coaches you are Thanks for the Memories ment, the district regular- “I think that being exposed high school to college.” memories of growing up in exposed to have an influence. awards will go to the late Ace season crown, or both. to college basketball so close- Byrd has become a South Knoxville. You learn what you like and will Miller and Bob Polston. Elliott All that ended last season, ly since my father covered UT respected coach nationwide “Kids played more pick up do as a coach; you also learn Stroupe will receive Special when the Lady Beavers, basketball was a big part of as he has led Belmont from sandlot games back then,” what you don’t like and will not Recognition. who reached the State Tour- it,” said Byrd, communicating the NAIA level to a mid-major he noted. “There were no do as a coach. Maybe more of Also to be honored will be nament in 2009 and 2010, via e-mail. “I was fortunate power in NCAA Division 1 and video games and limited TV the latter than the former.” the High School Athletes of the when Karns made an early enough to be a good enough a regular participant of late in offerings. We played whatev- What was it like having a Year – Marjorie Butler (Webb), exit from the district tourna- athlete to continue playing into March Madness. His 26-year er sport was in season. I also dad who was a sports editor Bethany Oglesby (Carter), ment in 2011. In those two college which made it easier coaching record at Belmont played Little League baseball in Knoxville? Rebecca Stover (Bearden), campaigns, the Lady Bea- to find coaching positions.” is 545-284. Prior to coaching at Mary Vestal Park, Biddy “My father was, and still Caleb Blance (Webb) and A.J. vers won a combined 116 Former UT coach Ray Mears the Bruins, Byrd coached at League basketball at Lamar is, universally respected as Simcox (Farragut). matches. and Billy Henry, Maryville Col- Maryville College and Lincoln Street Gym and golf at Bays a fair man in every way,” he By most standards, lege athletic director and bas- Memorial University. In 31 Mountain and Deane Hill, answered. “In his writing, he Karns, which went 32-16 ketball coach, also played key years overall, he’s become wherever I could play.” treated sports as a game and last season, had a success- ful season. But early postseason exits are not acceptable for Williams or the Lady Bea- The Tyler Bray Problem vers. “That was the worst By Alex Norman later that the coach they trust- of 2011 was a disaster. When accused of throwing beer bot- and potential to make a lot of season I’ve had there,” said Tennessee fans… Do you ed was leaving Knoxville for receiver Justin Hunter tore tles and damaging a woman’s money in the National Foot- Williams, who took a dor- trust junior quarterback Tyler Southern California. up his knee in the first quar- car at his apartment com- ball League, and anyone that mant program and immedi- Bray with your football team? At Tennessee, freshman ter at Florida, the team was plex. thinks Bray will pull a Peyton ately turned it into a winner. This is a difficult question quarterbacks have had their never the same. Bray broke After Bray offered to pay Manning and return for his “It’s funny to say that when to answer, but one that we’ll share of success. Peyton his thumb against Georgia for damages to the vehicle, senior season is kidding them- you consider that we won delve into… and why not? Manning, and missed five games. He the woman declined to press selves. If the grade from NFL 32 games. The season isn’t here yet and Casey Clausen, and Erik returned in time to help Ten- charges. scouts is good enough, Bray “But we’ve set the bar so this is what we do this time Ainge won a lot of football nessee edge Vanderbilt in A week or so later, news is gone. high and our expectations Photo by Adam Sullivan of year. games, and Bray did so as overtime. broke that Bray had been tick- Dooley knows this better are always high. Now, we’ve Malik Lundy had an explosive second half with multiple 40+ yard runs that set up three touchdowns. This run set up Talk at great length about well. After being named the But in the season finale, eted by the Tennessee Wild- than anyone, and his future grown and we realize that a 20-14 lead for South Doyle over Karns at the end of the third quarter. the upcoming season and starter for the Vols ninth game Tennessee lost to Kentucky life Resources Agency (TWRA) at Tennessee is in direct we’re vulnerable.” make educated guesses as of the year, Bray led UT to four 10-7, the first loss by the Vols for reckless boating earlier in alignment with Tyler Bray’s Karns may have six soph- to what the next 12 games straight wins and a berth in to the Wildcats since 1984. July. Charges were dropped success. If Bray has a solid omores on its roster on will bring… the Music City Bowl. Bray reportedly told team- when Bray agreed to certain season, the Vols probably 2012 but that doesn’t mean Cherokees Trap Beavers Again Or you can just go on sport- The controversial result mates he didn’t want to play conditions, including a sus- win 8 games, which should that the Lady Beavers don’t stalk radio, say that Tyler aside, the game is best in a lower level bowl game, pension of boating privileges. earn Dooley another season. have eyes on another Dis- Bray is going to win the Heis- remembered for Bray’s imma- and the weeks of practice Bray also must make three If Bray struggles, it is hard to trict 3-AAA Title. man Trophy, or scream that ture actions, making a throat that would accompany a trip boater safety appearance, or see the Vols reaching 8 wins… “Last year left a bad he should be kicked off the slashing gesture of the North to Shreveport or Memphis. do a Public Service Announce- and that puts Dooley’s job in taste in our mouths,” Wil- team and all his worldly pos- Carolina bench, reminiscent The loss to Kentucky dropped ment. jeopardy. liams said. “I hate to lose sessions given to backups of a pro wrestler or some- the Vols to 5-7, meaning that On their own, neither inci- No one is saying that Bray and although these kids are Justin Worley and Nathan thing. UT would in fact be home for dent is probably cause for sus- has to be perfect… but for his young, they’re hungry. Peterman. But hey, kids make mis- the holidays. pension, especially not when sake, the sake of his coach- “Every year, we have Why does Bray bring out takes his supporters said, and During the past eight the first game is so crucial. A es, and the sake of the frag- theme pictures in the gym. such strong opinions in Ten- Bray was still growing up. months, tales of a new, more loss to North Carolina State at ile psyche of Vols fans… stay- This year, we have boxers nessee fans? There are too Bray had his best game as a mature Bray have been circu- the Georgia Dome on August ing out of trouble, and finally because the girls felt like many reasons to mention in Vol against Cincinnati on Sep- lating, and head coach Derek 31 will send Tennessee fans proving that he can be a true they didn’t fight last year. one article, but we’ll pick out tember 10, 2011. He threw Dooley told reporters that Bray into a mass panic. But two leader for UT, would increase It’s not how hard you hit but the important points. for four touchdowns and 405 was “the face of our offense” incidents, within a month, for the chances of Tennessee it’s how hard you can get hit, In January of 2010 Bray yards, and failed to connect at SEC Media Days in Hoover, the seemingly more mature football returning to at least a get up and move forward.” was an early enrollee at Ten- on only 7 of 41 attempts in a Alabama in late July. quarterback, show that Bray shadow of its former self. Williams hopes that she’ll nessee. Bray and his family 45-23 win. Bray said all the right things hasn’t learned how to act like have the right mix to return moved to Knoxville, only to As all Tennessee fans in Hoover… then returned to someone in his position. to past glory but admits find out less than two weeks remember, however, the rest Knoxville and was promptly Tyler Bray has the talent that District 3-AAA will be tough. “I think our district will be better than [District 4-AAA],” Vols’ season opener can’t get here soon enough she said. “I don’t know What feels like the longest campaign might bring. in our glory for as long as we was switching from a 4-3 to a had a few similar off-sea- much about the teams over off-season in UT football his- Off-seasons are not all could. From early January to 3-4 would have been enough. sons in the past, when a new there. “Farragut was tough tory will alike. Some go by quickly. late August, when we woke But, as you know, there’s been season couldn’t get here soon last year but they lost a ton thankfully Some drag on and on. How up each morning we felt good much more going on. enough. Remember Phillip of seniors. be coming the previous season went and about being on top in college We won’t get into the epi- Fulmer’s first losing season in “Maryville always starts to an end ended has a lot to do with the football. sodes of quarterback Tyler 2005? The Vols lost at home strong but something always soon. mood of the fans during an off- For the past eight months, Bray and wide receiver Da’Rick to Vanderbilt 28-24 but did happens to them.” When the season. An upcoming season we’ve been going through an Rogers, except to say they’re manage to finish with a 27-8 Karns will waste little Vols kick outlook also figures into fans’ off-season on the other end of still on the team and currently win at Kentucky for a 5-6 time getting acquainted By Steve off against spirits. the scale. It has sort of felt like in good standing. record. After a long off-sea- with the teams in District Williams North Car- Remember the off-sea- a long ride home after losing Some Tennessee play- son, the Vols opened 2006 4. The Lady Beavers open olina State in the Georgia son between Tennessee’s a game, except lasting for ers rallied in the summer to with a rousing 35-18 win over the 2012 season at Lenoir Dome on August 31, we can 1998 national championship months instead of hours. get their academics in order. No. 9 ranked California. City on Tuesday, They then officially put the 2011 season season and the 1999 cam- The last time we saw the Overall, the Vols have been Go back to 1988. This host West on Wednesday at in the rear-view mirror and paign? We were No. 1 in the Vols in action they were losing law-abiding citizens, although Johnny Majors team lost its 6 p.m. look forward to what the 2012 nation, so we wanted to bask to Kentucky, the first time that sophomore tight end Camer- first six, then won its last five. Top returners for the Thursday No-Tap: had happened in 27 years. on Clear was dismissed from That season’s comeback Lady Beavers include: Ken- High Game Scratch--Male The 10-7 loss to the Wildcats the squad after being arrested made the off-season much nedy Brock (senior, setter); 300 Ricky Spiva left UT with a losing record and charged with the theft of more optimistic and served Paula Savage (a senior 300 John Fisher and ineligible for post-season a laptop computer. as a foundation for an 11-1 who can play every posi- 267 Mike Cate bowl play. Making that defeat At SEC Media Days, Dooley record and SEC title in 1989. tion on the floor); Brianna Weekly achievements for 267 Richard Davis even harder to swallow were was treated kindly. No ques- The off-season follow- Ryan (senior, libero); Jessi- Wednesday Club 55, August accusations made after the tions were asked about the ing Doug Dickey’s first year ca Severs (junior, outside game about some of our top hot seat he sits on. The Vols, at UT was probably loaded hitter) and Lindsey Wright 8, 2012 HIgh Series Scratch--Male 877 Ricky Spiva players caring only about their however, were picked to finish with anxiety for many as the (junior, middle blocker). personal stats and not want- fifth in the SEC East, much Vols dropped their last three “This year, our upper- 753 Mike Cate High Game Scratch--Male ing to play in a lower-tier bowl lower than optimistic fans are games to Ole Miss, Kentucky classmen are running 256 Ed Beatty 752 Billy Majors game. expecting. and Vandy for a 4-5-1 record. the show,” Williams said. 223 Richard Davis This off-season could have Tennessee did something Whatever worry there was “They’ve bought in to the 200 Ralph Allmon High Game Scratch--Female been worse. But the outlook differently this off-season, quickly went away as Dickey’s concept and they’ve bought 218 Joy Tindell for the season ahead shows too. Dooley took his team out second team posted an 8-1-2 into playing with each High Series Scratch--Male 218 Beulah Armetta potential and gives fans of town for a week of camp mark in 1965. other. 592 Ed Beatty 217 Cleo Sideris hope. at Milligan College in Eliza- There’s another coach with “We don’t want to feel the 566 Richard Davis Plenty of drama, good and bethton. More than anything, the same initials wanting to hunger that we felt last year bad, has kept this off-season Dooley wanted to build some rebound like that in 2012. If and I’m really excited. We 559 Buddy Lewis High Series Scratch--Female 597 Joy Tindell interesting. The fact head team chemistry and bonding. he does, next off-season for learned last year that on any coach Derek Dooley had That appeared to be accom- Tennessee fans won’t seem given night that you can get 583 Carolyn Courtney No scores for females to replace seven assistant plished. to last as long as this one beat. And we have the want 552 Carolyn McGill coaches and the defense Tennessee football has has. to win.” PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 August 20, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C3 D-B victorious over Farragut, 42-14 By Ken Lay Admirals away early. into the contest. Admirals coach Eddie the Indians a 35-0 lead at was his third touchdown of KINGSPORT---Farragut Farragut’s troubles Friday The Admirals, who host Courtney said and our expe- the half. the contest. High School’s football night began on its first pos- Oak Ridge Friday night, rience is up front. After a scoreless third Things won’t get any team entered Friday night’s session. The Admirals went saw their offensive strug- “They gashed us and quarter, Farragut pulled to easier for the Admirals this season opener with high three-and-out and were gles continue. Farragut’s we were really disappoint- within 35-14 with a pair of week when the Wildcats expectations. forced to punt. second possession was no ed with that. In the second early fourth-quarter touch- come calling. The Admirals didn’t reach From there, things would different than the first. quarter, they really beat us downs. The Admirals got “We’ve got to come back their lofty goals and their only get worse for the Meanwhile, the Indians off the ball.” on the board with 9:41 left and get back to work,” stay at J. Fred Johnson Sta- Admirals (0-1). Admirals’ had no offensive trouble. The Indians added a third in the game when quarter- Courtney said. dium was a nightmarish one punter Jonathan King had On its second possession, first-quarter score when back Bryan Phillips con- Farragut defeated Oak as Farragut came up on the a 54-yard kick returned for Kingsport Dobyns-Bennett Cook had a 35-yard run nected with Thomas Bar- Ridge last season. This short end of a 42-14 deci- a touchdown when Malik marched 77 yards on five that culminated another nett on a 27-yard touch- week’s contest will be the sion to Kingsport Dobyns- Foreman fielded the punt plays. Indians quarterback long drive. down pass. Running back season opener for the Bennett before a nearly- and scampered 77 yards Chris Cook finished the In the second quarter, it Jackson Fain added a Wildcats, who are picked packed house. for the game’s first score. drive with a 50-yard pass was more of the same as 25-yard scoring scamper a by many to win the District The Indians (1-0) scored Indians kicker Chad Dimin- to Foreman. Dobyns-Bennett’s Devaun short time later. 3-AAA title. the first 35 points of ick added the Indians a 7-0 “They have experi- Swafford had a pair of Swafford closed the scor- the contest and put the lead just over two minutes ence with their skill kids,” short scoring runs to give ing with a 6-yard run. That Grace Christian upends Carter, 49-21 Cont. from page 1 play had been whistled postseason ban for using dead. Carter (0-1) head an ineligible player. coach Heath Woods went The Rams defense out to argue the call, and shut out six opponents was promptly ejected. during that run, including McKamey scored two the last five teams they plays later, and the Rams faced. were in control, leading So when the visiting 21-6 with 4:41 remain- Hornets took advantage ing in the first half. of a Rams fumble, drove Woods would be 63 yards down the field, taken to the hospital and quarterback Ryan that evening. His condi- Kirkland connected with tion at press time was Hank Black in the back unknown. of the end zone on 4th Smith would add his and goal from the 5 yard second touchdown pass line, Carter had a 6-0 of the first half, a 49 yard lead midway through the strike to Bill Dixon, and first quarter. Grace took a 28-6 lead “We didn’t put them in into intermission. Photo by Adam Sullivan very good position,” said Perhaps the pretti- Malik Lundy had an explosive second half with multiple 40+ yard runs that set up three touchdowns. This run set up Grace Christian head est play of the night a 20-14 lead for South Doyle over Karns at the end of the third quarter. coach Randy McKamey. came when McKamey “We turned the ball over cut against the grain, twice in the first quar- and ran 70 yards to the ter.” Carter one yard line, Cherokees Trap Beavers Again It was the first time Bowery punched it in since last September from there, and Grace Cont. from page 1 show some promise offensively in on a Friday night. I’m just glad we that the Rams allowed led 35-14. room at halftime must have been the first half, but a fumble and two finally got him contained somewhat points of any kind by The scoring was com- magical, as a complete turn around interceptions late in the game proved in the second half.” their opponents. plete when Nathan Silver of his defensive scheme seemed to to be too costly for the Beavers. Karns will go out of state this But late in the first the hit the sideline, ran 45 reign supreme. “We came out in the Assistant Coach Jeff Bryant of Friday when they travel to Knox Cen- Rams (1-0) responded yards with 5 minutes left, second half and put them (Karns) South Doyle, who assists in over- tral (KY), while South Doyle will take well. Taking advantage and Grace had a 49-21 back in a hole. We came alive and seeing the offensive and defensive its ‘idle week’ and recuperate from of a short field, Grace victory. made some huge adjustments out lines, was proud of the effort his unit just a few minor injuries. “We are Christian kept the foot- “We started slow, this there. Keeping their quarterback con- made as well. “Coach (Jay) Whinery a little banged up. We will take this ball on the ground, driv- is the mark is a good tained was the key,” Duncan said. and I asked them to suck it up, give week to heal and get ready for our ing 43 yards on eight team,” said McKamey. South Doyle, who rode the legs of some pride, and make an effort district opener against Morristown plays, with Will McKamey “We stunk in the first Lundy for most of the second half, in the second half. They respond- East at home. It’s good to finally get scoring from a yard out, quarter but didn’t get was fortunate enough to implement ed. Karns presented some match this season started,” Bryant con- and it was 7-6 GCA. frustrated. Our goals are just enough passing in the third up problems for us on defense. We cluded. In the second quarter the same, to be practic- quarter in order to offset the Karns knew they would. They brought a lot If history is any indication of what Grace Christian scored ing on Thanksgiving. You defense. “We’ve got to be a little of guys from everywhere. I’m just may happen for Karns, opponents again, this time on the big can’t win them all if you more balanced on offense,” Duncan glad we responded with our block- may want to take heed. After drop- play. Quarterback Devin down win the first one.” continued. “We knew we were going ing schemes the way we told them ping the South Doyle game last Smith faked a handoff, Will McKamey, who is to be a more ‘run’ oriented team to do,” Bryant added. season, the Beavers went on a tear and found McKamey being recruited by Army this year. We have two young quar- “Their quarterback (Nauman) is and made the play-offs for the first deep down the field. 36 and Navy, gave those terbacks who have stepped up. That a phenomenal football player. He is time in 37 years. Football is certain- yards later, it was 13-6 coaching staffs some- will pay off.” very elusive. We practiced for him all ly back for both squads as they look Grace. thing to pay attention to… Karns, who dropped last year’s week. Sometimes you can’t match a forward to a promising 2012 cam- The game changed rushing for 188 yards on contest to the Cherokees 7-0, did practice with what’s going to happen paign. with less than 5:40 16 carries, and a total of remaining in the second three touchdowns. quarter. “He had a great night,” The Rams were deep said head coach Randy in Hornets territory and McKamey, Will’s father. Bearden Offense Impresses in 45-9 Victory driving for another score “He worked hard and did Cont. from page 1 said. “We were confident touchdown, a 30-yard pass of the game, a 24-yard when Carter’s Tucker a lot of training in the off- Nicky Frizen threw three we could get a touchdown touchdown run. He start- touchdown pass to Chris- Greene ripped the foot- season.” touchdown passes and on that play. We thought we ed inside, then cut it out- tian Robinson. With 33 sec- ball out of the hands of Next up for the Rams Bearden ran for two would take a shot at it, and side to the right and outran onds left in the third quar- Grace Christian’s Ster- is a home game against others. it worked out.” all the defenders. Hardin ter, the Bulldogs led 38-3 ling Bowery, then raced Anderson County on That balance on offense Following a defensive Valley would get the ball and the high school mercy 96 yards for what looked Friday, August 24th. is what Bulldog Head Coach stop on fourth down, the back, desperate to just rule began, with continuous like a Carter touchdown. Carter will host Grainger Brad Taylor wants to see. Bulldogs took over at their get into the locker room running of the clock when Small problem. The the same night. “That’s good. I like for us to own 36-yard line. Four plays after the Bulldog jugger- one team leads by 35 or be balanced. We’ll have to later, the Bulldogs had a naut, but Knight fumbled more points. be significantly balanced to third touchdown. Johnson at the Hawks’ own 11-yard Both teams tacked on have success as we go fur- caught a pass from Frizen, line. Luke Hopkins recov- late touchdowns. Luis De ther,” he emphasized. juked the defender, and ered for Bearden. Graham La Cruz scored from two Long drives or short then ran 43 yards for a Rooke kicked a 27-yard yards out with 8:30 left drives, it didn’t matter to touchdown. It couldn’t have field goal as time expired in the game for a 45-3 the Bulldogs. Its first drive been a better start for the and Bearden led 31-3 at Bearden lead. Hardin Valley of 11 plays ended in run- Bulldogs as they led 21-3 the half. marched down the field, ning back Josh Walls’ two- after the first quarter. The only miscue on and with the clock running yard touchdown with 5:48 The Bulldogs offered a offense for the Bulldogs out, Colin Hughes barreled left in the first quarter. The gift to begin the second was Frizen’s interception to in for a 4-yard touchdown Bulldogs then forced a quarter. Tommy Smith fum- start the second half. But run. Bearden was victori- Morgan Knight fumble on bled a punt return, and the Hardin Valley couldn’t do ous, 45-9. the Hawks’ first possession. Hawks recovered at the anything with the turnover, Taylor was complimenta- Two plays later, Bearden ‘s Bearden 21-yard line. A going three-and-out. How- ry of his team’s execution quarterback Nicky Frizen third down pass attempt by ever, Bearden went three in the victory. “They came threw an 18-yard touch- the Hawks fell incomplete. and out as well on its pos- out. They executed. They down pass to Hunter John- Chris Gallaher kicked a session. Hardin Valley got believed in one another,” son for a quick 14-0 lead. 36-yard field goal, and the the ball back, but fumbled Taylor said. “They believe in Two touchdowns in under a Hawks were on the board again with Hopkins recov- what they were doing. And minute left the Hawks reel- but looking at a 21-3 defi- ering his second fumble of they felt success because ing. cit. the game. of that,” Taylor said. “We thought we could Trent Waters scored Five plays later, Frizen catch them in that,” Frizen Bearden’s fourth threw his third touchdown PAGE C4 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012

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they wish for, because Ryan plan is enacted.” believe that our President (rescue and restoration). Obama-care will now A statesman is defined loves his wife and his The English philoso- be contrasted with the as someone with sound kids just as I love mine. pher John Locke said that Romney/Ryan vision for moral principles, an And I believe the Presi- governments are institut- all America to consider. unwavering vision, and dent when he says that ed of men to assure the Congressman Ryan is someone who can gain the election in Novem- life, liberty and property what Washingtonians call consensus for their ber is unlike any other in of the governed. Thomas a policy wonk (your word vision. I would argue the history of our coun- Jefferson was obviously for the week). Ryan is a that we don’t have any try and will determine influenced by Locke and devout Christian, a family statesmen in leadership America’s direction. How- others who said that men man and is acknowledged in our government these ever, I respectfully dis- have unalienable rights as an honorable person days. Our government agree with your policies that come from God, not by President Obama and is as broken as our com- and your record has not governments or Kings. Joe Biden. Ryan is said munities where we are earned you a second I am a Federalist at to be the most knowl- at each other’s throats. term as our president. heart. I believe in a cen- edgeable man in Wash- George Washington I wish that I could relax tral government, but R & R ington regarding budgets, in his farewell address for a moment. I wish that President Obama, you Here we go again. estimates the cost will deficits and policy issues advised Americans to I could leave the front have gone too far. Jef- Obama-care is back in be almost 2 trillion dol- regarding healthcare. avoid partisan political lines of the civil war that ferson said, “Govern- the news and the politi- lars instead of the $950 You may not agree with parties, sectarian divi- rages in our country and ment that governs least cal debate. I feel like I’m billion we were prom- him, but his logic and sions and foreign wars. enjoy a little R & R (rest governs best.” What a in the movie Groundhog ised by our politicians. calculations are undeni- We’ve done all the above, and relaxation). Unfortu- pithy and poignant state- Day with Bill Murray. It Supreme Court Chief able, except in the blend- and we wonder why we’re nately, there’ll be no rest ment apropos for our is amazing that almost Justice John Roberts er of partisan politics. in trouble. We frequent- until November 7, and times and the choices we two-thirds of Ameri- made Obama-care the As I listen to Obama/ ly blame our politicians perhaps not even then. will make in November. cans still oppose the law of the land with his Biden and Romney/Ryan for our problems, but the You see in America we President’s major over- controversial ruling in two facts stand out: Pres- cartoon character Pogo are engaged in a great haul of the American June defining the indi- ident Obama took $716 brought it home when he debate about whether we healthcare system. vidual mandates as a tax billion from Medicare to said, “We have met the should have equal oppor- And that’s the impor- on all Americans. The fund Obama-care, and enemy, and he is us.” We tunity under the law for tant point; it’s this plan reason we’re still debat- Romney/Ryan’s Medicare keep electing the same all citizens or whether the that’s so problematic. ing this issue is that overhaul will not affect people and wonder why government is respon- When Nancy Pelosi Governor Romney has anyone currently over fif- nothing changes. Ein- sible for ensuring equal said, “We need to pass chosen Paul Ryan as his ty-five years old. Even stein once said, “Continu- outcomes. This perspec- the plan so we can find Vice Presidential running young people are listen- ing to do the same thing tive is as fundamental a out what’s in it,” I knew mate and Romney says ing because they realize and expecting a different principle as having the we were in trouble. he will repeal Obama- that the current Medicare result is the definition of freedom to make choices We’re now experienc- care if elected presi- program will be bank- insanity.” Mr. Obama, I and then accepting the ing the dictates of this dent. This could be just rupt and long gone before side with Einstein on this consequences of those 2700 page monstrosity campaign rhetoric, if they reach maturity and important perspective. choices. In a nut shell which are showing up in he had chosen anyone coverage. As a young- You may be surprised this is what the Novem- Do you have a question for my office. And the non- other than Paul Ryan. er person told me this to learn that I agree with ber election is all about. Dr. Ferguson? Please partisan Congressio- The major news media week, “at least I might get the President on sever- In point of fact it is our e-mail him at jferguson@ nal Budget Office now should be careful what something if the Romney/ al fundamental issues. I country that needs R & R summithealthcare.com. Seniors not immune to addiction Join Seniors For Creative August 21 is National Senior Citi- Metropolitan Drug Commission, slowly, causing a person to become Learning this fall zens’ Day. President Ronald Reagan said. “It is important not to forget more easily addicted. Changes in Are you a person age 55-plus who loves to learn? You designated this holiday in 1988 as older adults can and do suffer from weight or medical conditions can can join like-minded people in Seniors for Creative Learn- a day to recognize and honor the the disease of addiction.” also impact how a medicine affects ing. Join the program by Thursday, August 31, and then seniors in our lives. It is also a time Prescription drug addiction among the body. plan to attend the “Members Only” barbeque on Thurs- to consider important health issues seniors is often unintentional. “When taking medications as pre- day, September 6 at 12:30 p.m. at the O’Connor Senior affecting older adults and their fam- According to the National Council scribed, addiction is unlikely,” Persh- Center, 611 Winona Street, Knoxville. ilies. on Patient Information and Educa- ing said. “However, taking medica- Seniors for Creative Learning is a membership organiza- As the prescription drug epidem- tion, almost 40 percent of seniors tions for an extended period of time tion of seniors dedicated to learning new things and shar- ic grows, seniors are not immune are unable to read the prescrip- or using large doses can increase ing their love of learning with others. The group offers a to its impact. Adults over 65 con- tion label. Another 67 percent are tolerance. A person may begin taking variety of informal educational, cultural, and recreational sume more than 30 percent of all unable to understand information more to manage their condition.” activities and experiences to its members. It is supported prescriptions and take between given to them. Not following label If you suspect an elderly family through membership dues and is administrated by UT’s two and seven medications daily. instructions, mixing or forgetting to member or friend may have a prob- Department of Professional & Personal Development and Seniors also take more highly addic- take medications and not asking for lem, be aware of these potential the O’Connor Center. tive medication than any other age assistance put seniors at high risk “red flags:” Lecture-based classes are offered at the O’Connor group. for addiction. • Taking more medication than Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 Prescription drug abuse among “Don’t be afraid to ask questions prescribed p.m. during September and October and then again in seniors is not uncommon. Of those and become an expert on your medi- • Changes in mood or tempera- the spring. taking medications, an estimated cations,” Pershing said. “Also, make ment Any person who is age 55-plus can join Seniors for Cre- 12 to 15 percent will develop a sub- sure all of your doctors are ‘in the • Withdrawing from normal activi- ative Learning (SCL). The cost of membership is $40 per stance abuse problem. However, the loop’ about the medications you are ties person or $55 for married couples. To find the registra- problem often goes unrecognized. taking. Keep an up-to-date record • Receiving the same prescription tion form online, or to pay with a credit card, call the Dept. Warning signs may be dismissed of your medications, even over-the from multiple doctors of Professional and Personal Development at (865) 974- as a natural part of getting older or counter medicines, and review that • Past drug or alcohol dependen- 0150. Registration forms are also available in the SCL simply a side effect of their medi- list with your doctors at least once cy newsletter, along with information about the program and cation. a year.” • Sneaking or hiding pills the full schedule of fall semester lectures. You can pick “Addiction does not discriminate Physical changes also can For more information about signs up a copy of the newsletter and registration form at the based on age or experience,” Karen increase risk. As the body ages, the and symptoms, visit www.metrod- O’Connor Center, or call the Center at (865) 523-1135 for Pershing, executive director for the liver filters out medications more rug.org or call 588-5550. more information or to get the newsletter mailed to you. PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 Faith Ernie Haase and Signature Sound to appear in Knoxville Joy And Happiness Ernie Haase and Signa- The group’s founder achievement is the new ture Sound are returning and leader, Ernie Haase, generation of gospel When I first started writing to God. Paul’s letter to the “Water lillies and many to Knoxville and will be was a long-time member music lovers emerg- for The Focus I mainly was Phillipians is a hymn of hope, varieties of desert cactus in concert at Chilhowee of the famous Cathe- ing across the globe. interested in attracting the a song of salvation. bloom in the night to be pol- Hills Baptist Church on dral Quartet, headed by The group’s contagious Senior citizen readers but “Philippi was an impor- linated by moths and night August 25 at 6 p.m. fea- the late George Younce. energy spreads through it wasn’t long before I real- tant city in Northeastern flies. In the darkness there turing Dove award win- Ernie’s roots are deeply entertaining performanc- ized that a lot of readers also Greece. It commanded the is a growth. In the darkness ning Ernie Haase and Sig- planted in the rich legacy es ... bringing listeners read my articles, of course, land route to Turkey along of a filthy jail Paul continued nature Sound’s “Here We of music that is both around the world their not just seniors. But they are the broad highway called to trust in Jesus. Paul knew Are Again” Tour. Forget meaningful and thor- refreshing approach to my main group because, nat- the Via Egnantia. Phillipi was that God gives us songs in your normal Gospel Quar- oughly entertaining. After gospel classics and new urally, I am one of them. As named for Philip of Mace- the night. tet. Ernie Haase & Signa- the Cathedrals bade fare- material that is uniquely we wind our way through the don the father of Alexan- “‘Agape’ is the Greek word ture Sound (EHSS) have well to their five-decade Signature Sound. last years of living we yearn der the Great. Here is where for Christian love. The love broken the mold. Their run in the music industry, Tickets for this con- for only joy and happiness. Paul was rescued from the that Jesus supremely dis- unconventional approach Ernie’s passion for gospel cert are on sale now and We are not always blessed town jail by an earthquake played for humanity when to communicating the music led him to a new start at $12 by calling by these attributes but, after that broke down the doors He died on the cross and Good News with ground- beginning. Wayne Haun, 800-965-9324 or order all, don’t we deserve them? as the jailor was convert- rose again. Our love and joy breaking originality has Signature Sound’s Pro- online at www.itickets. Most of us believe we do. ed to Christ. The Phillipians is rooted in the strong branch blazed a trail that will go ducer, Arranger and pia- com . They are also avail- I am going to quote some had a deep affection for of which we are the vines, down in gospel music his- nist is a product of Powell able at area Lifeway and paragraphs from my pastor, Paul as he did for them. He the rock of ages and the rest tory. Across Europe they High School and is the Cedar Springs Christian Rev. Mike Mills’, sermon on received financial support in the wilderness. Joy can have been nicknamed recipient of more than 8 stores in Knoxville and August 12. from the Philippians even never be surgically removed the “Ambassadors of Joy” GMA Dove Awards. Morristown as well as “The famous author, Alex though he was held as a from our souls because it is because of the message EHSS’ success con- Maryville/Alcoa Christian Haley was giving a talk at a prisoner. Paul’s short letter focused and found only in of hope and joy that per- tinues with each new Supply and Kings Word in local university about how to this church was a thank the outstretched arms of the meates their performanc- release, but perhaps Halls. he decided to become a pro- you note for the money he Lord.” es. their most rewarding fessional author. He was a had received from them. This sermon was such a sailor on board a ship who “Joy is the theme of this comfort to me and I thank wrote love letters for his ship- great letter. The word is used Rev. Mills for helping me mates to send stateside. His 14 times in four short chap- with my column this week. Gay Marriage and the Christian letters were so popular with ters. Paul’s joy is different Sometimes it is hard to be the ladies at home that sev- from happiness. Happiness joyful when times are rough The rhetoric is heating up again in of “Christians” dismiss these passag- eral of his messmates sug- is often tied to our circum- but with “joy, joy, joy, down in this latest political cycle over the accep- es as not being relevant today, or if gested that he write for a stances. ‘I am happy I got my heart” they can be over- tance of gay mar- you speak out against the gay / les- living. a promotion at work.’ ‘I am come. riage. Anytime you bian lifestyle you are labeled non-lov- “Love letters are rarely happy that my team won the Thought for the day: talk about changing ing and intolerant. Expressing strong penned in today’s world of championship.’ All of us have Life without God is like an the definition of mar- convictions is not intolerant when you IPADs and emails. How dif- moments of happiness. Joy unsharpened pencil-it has riage from the tradi- do so with humility and gentleness. I ferent from Paul’s habit is different. It is not rooted no point. tional “one man to admit that too many have done so with of putting stylus to parch- in changing events. Chris- Send comments to: rose- one woman,” you are anger, ignorance, hatred, arrogance, ment. Even though he was tian joy is based on our love [email protected] or call 865- By Mark certain to encounter and harshness. This is not the attitude in a dark, dank, prison cell for Jesus which cannot be 748-4717. Thank you. Brackney, some heated banter of Christ. in Rome, the formerPharisee destroyed by any turns for Minister of the and emotional dia- I have learned much recently about sang a joyful song of praise the worst in our lives. Arlington Church logue. In discussing same-sex attraction and the multiple of Christ this topic, or any other factors involved. I am sensitive and topic for that matter, compassionate toward those who we must do so in a Christ-like way. You have homosexual orientation. I also do have to care about the person you feel strongly in defending Biblical mar- are sharing with no matter the view. riage. I personally believe the govern- I have several close friends who are ment needs to stay out of the marriage gay. I love them very much. My love business. Marriage is sacred and for them means that I respect them something that belongs in the Church. and treat them kindly with the same This nation was founded on the prem- type of respect and kindness I would ise as stated in the Constitution that hope to receive from them. But show- the government not tell the church what ing respect and love for them doesn’t to do (The First Amendment states mean I have to affirm all that they do. that “Congress shall Every person is valuable to God. Each make no law respect- is made in the image (eikon) of God. ing an establishment There is worth in every human, wheth- of religion, or prohib- er unborn, unattractive, old, mentally iting the free exer- handicapped, or physically challenged. cise thereof”). No Paul reminded the Corinthians, “Do you church or preacher not know that your body is a temple of should be forced to the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you accept a definition of have received from God? You are not marriage other than your own; you were bought at a price. what they believe Therefore honor God with your body” (1 God has established Cor. 6:19-20). Because of this, we need in Scripture. Mar- to share God’s truth in love and not be riage should be left cruel to anyone “different” from us in in the hands of the sexual orientation or any other way. Church because it is The Bible speaks clearly about the ordained by God and homosexual lifestyle (Leviticus 18:22; thus should be out Romans 1:24-38; 1 Corinthians 6:9- of the control of the 11; I Timothy 1:8-11; Jude 7; 2 Peter state. 2:6-10). Many people and a growing number

Seymour United Methodist Church News Tuesday, Aug. 21, at 6:30 Further general informa- p.m., the Chancel Choir resumes tion on any further details on weekly practices following a any of the above available by summer break. All newcomers calling our church office at are welcome. Director is Gaile 573-9711, or on our website Todd. at www.seymourumc.org. On Tuesday, Aug. 21, Sey- mour area Cub Scout Pack 585 meets at the church beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, the youth handbell group known as the “Righteous Ringers,” will resume weekly practices at 3:45 p.m. under guidance of Gaile Todd. Open to youth grades 6 – 12 with prior handbell experience or ability to read music. Saturday, Aug. 25, the “Call- ing All Men” spiritual growth and fellowship gathering will be held at Concord UMC from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Detailed information available at website: www.Call- ingAllMen.net. PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s August 20, 2012 August 20, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D3 House to Home Antiques & Collectibles Vocabulary for collectibles Fair holding There is a cer- such. Design- 60s. The 1960s era was reserve only. Not recom- tain language er jewelry from the last true era of univer- mended for items under and slang for the past that sal style that accommo- $10,000 by most galleries several pageants antiques and is from an era dated everything from cars that I deal with. collectibles that such as Eisen- to clothing in a very exact By the piece. This term This September, the Jr. Fairest of the Fair I wish to share berg, Weiss and manner that encompasses is used for a bedroom or Tennessee Valley Fair Pageant Saturday, in this column others designers an art style all around. Can dining room set for exam- will host 5 pageants: September 8 at 7 p.m. – to aid you in the as well as others be called retro as well. ple. The set is sold individu- Little Miss Pageant Homer Hamilton Theatre understanding of in retro styles. Now for some terms ally as some items are less Friday, September 7 Ages 13-15 welcome; how dealers and Art Nouveau. used in the business: desirable and others highly at 5:30 p.m. – Pepsi Winner receives: $300 collectors talk. By Carl Sloan 1900 -1910 Hammer price - what the sought after. A dining set C ommuni t y Tent savings bond, $200 This can help flowing feminine item sold for at auction. could be parted into sep- Ages: 7-9 welcome; cash prize, crown, trophy you in buying style adapted Realized price. includes arate categories such as Winner receives: $100 and more. and selling so save this to from the French Exposition the auction house buyer’s chairs, table, buffet, cabi- photography package Fairest of the Fair help get you around with of the time. Includes archi- premium to the total. net, etc., because demand from Reflections & Pageant Saturday, the crowd and talk like we tecture, clothing, jewelry, Times your money - six is higher for certain items Images, $100 savings September 8 at 7 p.m. – do. There is no formal edu- art and most any item. Art- chairs selling so each win- and lower for others. You bond, $75 cash prize, Homer Hamilton Theatre cation for this and is only ists include Tiffany, Gaudy, ning bid is that times the may still be able to win the crown, trophy and more. Ages: 16-21 welcome; learned by experience so Christie, Loetz, Quezal, and items. entire set if desired and Princess Pageant Winner receives: $500 here are some good exam- many others for this late Choice. A group of items keep them together. Friday, September scholarship, $300 cash ples for you. Victorian style. presented when the bid- As Is. Most auctions sell 7 at 7 p.m. – Pepsi prize, crown, trophy, Period. Of the era and not Art Deco. From the Paris ding stops you may choose items “As Is” which means Community Tent Ages a trip to Nashville to a reproduction. A period Exposition Art Decoratif one or more to include all just that. No warranty or 10-12 welcome; Winner compete in the state item 1910 that ran until 1940 of the offering. The bidding guarantee of accuracy in receives: $200 savings competition and serves Retro. Usually 1940s in the style that encom- will then reopen with either any manner though most bond, $150 cash prize, as Fair Ambassador until 60s items and furniture passed modern geometric choice again or all for one good auctioneers call it the crown, trophy and more. September 2013. Folk Art, Primitive. Items styles to include the Egyp- money at the auctioneer’s best they can to their crowd Baby Contest Saturday, The registration hand made mostly antique tian Revival period after discretion. and disclose any defect as September 8 at 10 a.m. deadline for all pageants but can be modern. Bas- the discovery of King Tut’s Left bid. A bid left with the they can see it. It is impor- – Pepsi Community is August 30. For more kets, furniture, paintings, tomb, Flapper era cos- house to bid for you in your tant that the prospective Tent Cute babies ages: information, please visit quilts and many other tumes and jewelry as well absence up to the amount buyer inspect anything 9 mos – 36 mos (boys TNValleyFair.org and items can fall into this as much architecture such that you write down and and everything that they and girls) welcome. click on “Contests” or category from decoys to as the Chrysler building in give to the licensed auc- wish to bid on and should Winners receive: $100 call 865-215-1480. advertising. New York. tioneer and often used by attend the preview the day photography package For more information, Re-pop. A reproduction of Fifties. A post war period bidders. before for examination and from Reflections & please visit www. an original usually modern of décor influenced by the Reserve. A certain price questions. As a buyer you Images, $50 savings tnvalleyfair.org or call and nonauthentic though atomic age with modern determined by the seller to are on your own as to con- bond, $50 cash prize, (865) 215-1470. looks good and sells for simplistic styles with boo- let the item sell through. dition and authenticity. My trophy and more. much less. merang shapes, blond fur- Most times there is a fee advice is to ask questions Costume jewelry. Deco- niture, space age designs, by the house to reserve and do your homework well rative jewelry not made science fiction that was price for an item if even before any sale. with precious metals or incorporated into just allowed to do so as most stones yet can look as about everything. houses sell items without James and Maxine (Pevey) Byrd of Knoxville celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on July 13th. They were married July 13, 1957 in Jackson, MS. Both are native Mississippians who now ANNOUNCEMENTS make their home in East Tennes- see. Call for yearbooks Knoxville, TN 37917. and how to apply it to your to celebrate with us. No He is a retired Law Enforcement The Knox County Museum Instruction provided by creative photographic Gifts Please. Officer and she is a retired Regis- of Education, located in First Tennessee. There is efforts will be explored and tered Nurse. They celebrated their anniversary with the Historic Knoxville High no cost to attend but space discussed. This is not a ZOMBIE APARKALYPSE 2012 a special dinner and were presented with gifts at School is seeking donations is limited. To register or for library sponsored program. The 10th Annual Haunted home by family and friends. Their daughter and son- of past Knox County and more information, call 865- Please join us for a morning Trail of Fears presents in-law, Lisa and Mike Stewart, reside in Townsend. Knoxville City Schools 524-5511. of fun and adventure in Zombie Aparkalypse 2012 They have one grandchild, Shandi Stewart, a student yearbooks. Please call Pat photography. opening October 5. There at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in MS. Hunter at 599-3048 or LeConte Photographic will be a fund raiser to help Benna vanVuuren at 922- Society Presents Knoxville Fellowship rebuild the Philadelphia park 1062. The LeConte Photographic Luncheon and volunteers are being Society is pleased to The Knoxville Fellowship sought to help clean and Found Dog present a program on Luncheon (KFL) will meet at build this year’s haunted A small senior beagle was Saturday, August 25 at noon on August 21, 2012 at trail. Do you have what it found August 3 on Tipton 10:00 a.m. at the King the Golden Corral on Clinton takes to join our walking Station Road (between Library at in Sevierville. Highway. Doug Floyd will be dead? Have an experience Bonny Kate Elementary and Professional photographer the guest speaker. that you can tell your family South Doyle High School). Ron Plasencia will present and friends for years to He has a radio collar around “How to Compose like a Wright Anniversary come! If you would like to his neck, but no other tags. Master.” Using examples Please join the family come and help us with this Call 964-9692. of classic artworks from in celebrating the 70th event call Robby at 865- the 17th & 18th century, wedding Anniversary of Bill 304-6460 or David 256- Fountain City Republican images by the time-honored (W.P.) and Georgia Wright 571-6262. Club meeting photographers of the 19th on Sunday, August 26 from The Fountain City & 20th centuries, and 2-4 p.m. at Clapps Chapel Republican Club will meet scenes from contemporary United Methodist Church, Monday, August 27 at 6:30 films, the art of composition Corryton, TN. We invite you p.m. at Shoney’s on North Broadway. Judge John Rosson will be the speaker for the evening. Everyone is invited to attend. Contact Michele Carringer at 247- 5756 with any questions.

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