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161st YEAR • No. 2 MAY 3, 2015 CLEVELAND, TN 62 PAGES • $1.00 Inside Today Maney: ‘I can verify my certifications’ Nashville, the three claim Maney pleting any practical training for allowed to be abused.” Fire chief denies allegations on training did not take a test in LaVergne on any of the certifications he has Hawkins’ letter said documen- By BRIAN GRAVES the authenticity of all of his certifi- April 7. They said it was “not phys- tested for and obtained.” tation of Maney’s certification Banner Staff Writer cations. ically possible” since he was par- The letter, dated April 18, is attendance cannot be obtained Maney’s comments and the ticipating in an in-service exercise signed by BCFR Battalion “because of political pressure.” Bradley County Fire-Rescue details of the letter were first Chief Troy Maney is denying alle- with the Bradley County Sheriff's Commander Myron Hawkins and The letter also alleges a belief reported Friday afternoon on the Office. names BCFR Battalion that BCSO Officer Ronnie Goss “is gations by three staff members Daily Banner’s web site — cleve- that he allegedly was “involved The letter also claims none of Commander Donald Tankersley an accessory to this situation.” landbanner.com. the members of the current train- and BCFR Training Capt. Jeff It alleges Goss is a close friend with and had knowledge of falsify- In a letter sent to Randy Fox of ing the certification process.” ing staff at BCFR “have signed off Stewart as “willing to help in any the Firefighting Standards and on or witnessed Chief Maney com- way to assure the system is not See MANEY, Page 8 Maney also said he can verify Education Commission in Juvenile Court reports 985 Bears ousted cases in 2014 The Bradley Central Bears were eliminated from the District By TONY EUBANK 5-AAA baseball tournament after Banner Staff Writer a loss to McMinn County. Favorite American Pharoah was The Bradley County Juvenile Center is report- put to the test but finished ahead ing violent crimes, crimes against property, which fo the field at the 141st Kentucky include various thefts and vandalism, and truan- Derby. The Walker Valley Lady cy, make up the largest segments of juvenile Mustangs took another step crime in Bradley County. toward a District 5-AAA softball In 2014, a total of 985 cases involving 1,544 championship with a win over charges went through the county’s Campus, Ooltewah. The Bearettes and Drug and Juvenile courts. Cleveland Lady Raiders were There were 167 violent crimes against persons, eliminated. See Sports, Pages 178 unruly behavior charges, 172 thefts, 143 17-21, 25. various crimes against property, 37 vandalism charges, 252 truancy charges, and 81 runaways. The year also saw 36 youth face drug-related charges. Special Moms These cases involved a total 669 young people, Check out our Mothers sec- 423 of which were male and 246 females. tion, featuring tributes from chil- The young people who appeared before the dren, Mother’s Day Letters con- courts ages range widely with 31 being 6 years test, gift ideas, recipes, and and under, 145 being between the ages of 7 and more. This special section begins 12, 482 land in the range of 13 to 17 years, and on Page 37. 11 aged 18 or older. Above: Seventy-six percent of the children who faced charges last year came from single-parent homes THE RELAY For Life Saturday began with the Filmmakers honored Caregivers and Survivors laps. The annual event Brothers and Cleveland or lived with relatives other than their biological parents, foster care, group homes and other non- was held in downtown Cleveland around the natives Scott and Ben Murphy’s Courthouse. Photo courtesy of Allan Mincey. film, “Ain’t It Nowhere,” landed in traditional living arrangements. So far in 2015, in the period ending on March Banner photo, HOWARD PIERCE the top five of the Southwest BUSTED! Dylan Evell, Lacey Posey and Mickey Airlines Audience Award winners 30, there have been a total 272 youth petitioned to court in 385 cases involving a total of 543 Casson find themselves arrested and thrown into jail for narrative film after having during this year’s Relay For Life. BCSO brought its their work screened at the 46th charges. Annual Nashville Film Festival. Of the 272 youth who have faced charges, 167 “patty wagon” to Relay For Life to help raise funds See Lifestyles, Page 29. have been male and the other 105 have been for the fight against cancer. If arrested at Relay For female. Out of the total of 543 charges this year, Life, you had to match the contributing donation of 92 have been for truancy, 77 have been charged the person who put you there to get out. More pho- Hiwassee-Ocoee with unruly behavior, along with 74 charges for tos, Page 12. The Tennessee State Parks See JUVENILE, Page 8 service, in cooperation with TVA, repurposed a section of the park that once featured a model of the 1996 Olympic BCSO ranked Hoogstra to whitewater course. As part of Gov. Haslams’ Healthier Tennessee initiative, 10 peices 9th in solving address Lee’s of exercise equipment were added to the park. See People, of burglaries graduates Page 45. By BRIAN GRAVES Dr. Shirley Hoogstra, president Banner Staff Writer of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, will Forecast The Bradley County Sheriff’s address graduates and guests at office was able to show its pride Lee University’s Today’s outlook is for mostly Friday when County commission- spring com- ers got a briefing on the latest find- mencement on sunny skies with a high near 80 ing from the Tennessee Bureau of with a low of 53. Winds are predict- Saturday, May Investigation. 9, at 9:30 a.m. ed to be light and variable. Monday Sheriff Eric Watson told mem- should have plentiful sunshine with on the lawn of bers of the Law Enforcement the Science and a high of 82 and a low of 54. Committee that TBI’s statistics Math Complex. Sunday’s sunset: 8:27 p.m. show the BCSO ranks ninth out of H o o g s t r a Monday’s sunrise: 6:46 a.m. the 95 counties for the most bur- Banner photo, LARRY C. BOWERS started her glaries solved in the state. WALLS ARE UP and construction is moving ahead on Cleveland High School’s new Raider Arena. term as the first “That makes our county the only The contractor (Tri-Con) has been running behind somewhat due to the weather, but enjoyed favorable female presi- Hoogstra Index southeastern law enforcement conditions this week. Brian Templeton of Upland Design Group will be at Monday’s school board meeting dent of the agency in the Top Ten,” Watson to provide an update on the work. CCCU in September 2014. Prior to Business news ...... 27 said. that, she served as the vice presi- Church...... 4 TBI’s report also showed the dent for student life at Calvin Classified...... 55-61 BCSO’s clearance rate for offenses Raider Arena progress update expected College in Grand Rapids, Comics...... 49 including murder, assault, DUI, Michigan, from 1999-2014, after Editorials...... 22,23 rape and drug possession as well with anticipation of the start of Several key issues will be dis- serving four years on the school’s as the burglary charges was 55 By LARRY C. BOWERS Horoscope...... 49 Banner Staff Writer the system’s digital conversion cussed at Monday’s 5:30 p.m. board of trustees. percent. in the fall. There is also the board meeting at the school sys- During her time at Calvin, Lifestyles ...... 29-33 Those numbers are significantly The Cleveland Board of ongoing construction of tem’s central offices. Hoogstra was involved with the Obituaries...... 2 higher than the state average of 39 Education will be holding its Cleveland High Schools $11 mil- Some board members will be Stocks...... 25 percent. final meeting of this school year lion Raider Arena project. at the office building more than See LEE, Page 8 Sports...... 17-21, 25 “Our officers have done an out- Monday, but there are many an hour ahead of the scheduled TV Schedule...... 50,51 standing jobs and the trust that things scheduled during the Favorable weather over the past week has enabled the con- meeting. Weather...... 15 has been built between the citizens month of May prior to the end of Cleveland High School’s tractor (Tri-Con) to forge ahead National Day and law enforcement has made a classes. Leadership students will be difference,” Watson said. Board members are faced in a catch-up mode on the new there at 4 p.m. to present their with a number of projects gymnasium. It is scheduled for of Prayer is Around Town See BCSO, Page 8 through the summer months, competition in January 2016. See RAIDER ARENA, Page 8 Robbie Rice sharing a picture he drew ... Debbie Montgomery Thursday sharing a smile...Mark Grissom By JOYANNA LOVE displaying his strange sense of Banner Senior Staff Writer humor...Martin Ringstaff having Tenants’ rights focus of Impact Cleveland session The National Day of Prayer is a some fun with Cleveland Middle Teresa Torbet explained that City of Cleveland, and Paul small but impassioned audi- Interact students ... Brian Smith By TONY EUBANK time for communities throughout Banner Staff Writer addressing fair housing and Dellinger with the Housing ence on defending their rights the United States to come together sharing a good laugh...Adam similar issues are one of the Authority, partnered last year as tenants in General Sessions Cotton giving a handshake and Impact Cleveland, in con- for prayer for this country, its lead- CDBG’s initiatives. for one of these workshops and Court. ers and the needs of the communi- thank you...Stephanie Austin junction with the Cleveland “I do feel like it is very impor- felt like it was important to try Frye discussed in brief the sharing a secret...Toby City Community Development ty. tant for everyone to know their and do it every year,” he said. Uniform Residential Landlord This year’s local event will be Pendergrass preparing for a big Block Grant program, recently rights, whether it be tenants or “So, we’ve sponsored a second and Tenant Act. URLTA was day at work. held an informational session Thursday, noon to 1 p.m., at landlords, and to be empowered one and appreciate people turn- designed to give renters and Broad Street United Methodist on tenants’ rights. The purpose to be good stewards to each ing up for it. ” landlords a clear set of rules of the event was to inform area Church. other and to the community,” About nine people were in and regulations concerning “The theme this year is Lord renters of their rights and Torbet said. attendance as Bryan Frye, an leases and evictions. responsibilities as tenants. Hear Our Cry,” said event commit- “Dustin (Tommey) with attorney with Legal Aid of East tee member Iris Ray. CDBG grant coordinator Impact Cleveland, me with the Tennessee, offered tips to the See TENANTS', Page 8 See PRAYER, Page 8 2—Cleveland Daily Banner—Sunday, May 3, 2015 www.clevelandbanner.com
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May 2, 2015 at her home. Thomas Graig E-Edition Only $21.00 $42.00 $ 84.00 $7.00 $2.00 Survivors and funeral arrange- ments will be announced by Fike- Thomas “Tommy” Graig, 63, Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • 423-472-5041 Randolph & Son Funeral Home. of Cleveland, passed away Friday, May 1, 2015, at his home. He was the son of the late Adessa Mae Albritton Graig and Paul Henry Arner Rita Viola Bayne Winfred Marshall Graig. He was Paul Henry Arner, 87, of Rita Viola Lanier Bayne, 66, for- also preceded in death by two McDonald, passed away sud- merly of the Chattanooga and brothers: Winfred Marshall denly on Tuesday, April 28, North Georgia area, passed away Graig Jr. and Dewayne Nelson 2015. Thursday, April 23, 2015, at a hos- Graig; paternal grandparents, He was born in Hazelton, Pa., pital in Charleston, S.C. following Joe and Lela Graig; and mater- on May 17, 1927, to Clara complications from a surgical pro- nal grandparents; Luther and Ruwedel Arner and Roger cedure. Charlcie Albritton. Henry Arner. She was a beloved mother, He was a plumber all of his He was a member of the grandmother, great-grandmother, life working in the family busi- Village Chapel of Seventh-day sister and aunt. Family was pre- ness. Adventists and worked as a lit- cious to her and she never missed He was a graduate of Bradley erature evangelist for many and opportunity to share her love Central High School. years in the Chesapeake and with those around. Her hobbies He loved the outdoors includ- Georgia-Cumberland confer- were cooking and rocking grand- ing trout fishing and deer hunt- ences. He worked for Beltone babies. ing. He enjoyed joking around Hearing Aid Center, Lonas She leaves behind to cherish with his family and he was of the Construction, OTR driver for her memory her children: Church of God faith. Calhoun Trucking Service, and Stephanie (Douglas) Brown of Survivors include his sister, most recently drove for Box Springs Ga., Stacy (Sherry) Ann Taylor and her husband, SETHRA. Kinsey of Ellijay, Ga., Tina (Chuck) Jack, of Cleveland; two broth- In his retirement, he worked Poe of Longs, S.C., Cheryl (David) ers: Ronnie Graig and his wife, Geneva ‘Nee Nee’ Rush Randall Austin Suits the farm that he currently lived Adams of Cleveland; stepdaugh- Sheila, and Eddie Graig, all of on and was so grateful to ter, Denise (Randall) Walker of Geneva “Nee Nee” Rush, 90, Randall Austin Suits, 50, of Cleveland; aunts: Brenda of Cleveland, passed away Bendabout Farms for the privi- Ellijay Ga.; two brothers: Arlon Rymer and her husband, Cleveland, passed away on lege of living there. He taught (Sue) Lanier and Alford “Gene” Thursday, April 30, 2015, at her Thursday, April 30, 2015, at his Mickey, Starr Howard and Veta residence. Sabbath School classes for (Ella Ruth) Lanier; four sisters: Harris, all of Cleveland; eight home. many years, served as head Betty Hammontree, Jeanette She was a member of East He was born on Dec. 15, 1964, nieces and nephews; eight Side Church of Christ since elder, Personal Ministries leader Land, Linda Mooneyhan, and Hilbert Hardin Gabehart great-nieces and nephews; and in Dalton, Ga., to Dwight Randall and most recentlya, special Dec. 9, 1978, where upon hear- Suits and Helen Jeanette Suits Frankie Lanier; grandchildren: Hilbert Hardin Gabehart, 86, of several cousins. music coordinator. He organized ing the gospel believed Foster. Amanda Kinsey, Jessica Sharp, Cleveland, passed away on The Remembrance of Life several Singspirations, and (Hebrews 11:6), repented (Luke He was a lifelong resident of this Joshua (Brooke) Williamson, Wednesday, April 29, 2015. Service will be conducted helped coordinate many joint 13:3), confessed Christ area and a veteran of the United Stacy Williamson, Katlyn He was born on Nov. 15, 1928, Monday, May 4, 2015, at 1 p.m. Thanks-giving services for the (Matthew 10:32), and was bap- States Marine Corps. (Damian) Gallimore, Baylee to the late Henry and Pearl from the Wildwood Avenue area churches. tized (Romans 6:3-4). He was preceded in death by Kinsey, Hayden Kinsey, David Gabehart. Chapel of Jim Rush Funeral He enjoyed music, horses, his She was employed at the his father, Dwight Randall Suits; “DJ” Adams, and Christopher He had lived in the Tennessee Homes with the Rev. Ron Wright daily Bible study and his gener- Cleveland Daily Banner for grandparents, Richard and Alice Brown; stepgrandchildren: Kayla area for more than 50 years, mov- officiating. ous spirit and positive, happy more 30 years and was the first M. Harcourt; and stepmother, (Josh) Hicks, Leigha Torres, ing here from Kentucky. He loved Interment will follow in the attitude will be greatly missed to retire from there. Judy Suits. Brittney (Jose) Rodriguez; eight cooking, traveling, and making Tasso United Methodist Church by all. He dearly loved his She was preceded in death He leaves behind to cherish his great-grandchildren; seven step- home movies. Cemetery with family and Savior, his children, his church by her parents, James and memory his wife and longtime great- grandchildren; and numer- In addition to his mother and friends serving as pallbearers. family and his extended commu- Vinnie Mantooth Rush; broth- friend of more than 30 years, ous nieces and nephews are also father, he was preceded in death The family will receive friends nity family and friends, and was ers: Paul Rush, Fred Rush, Carrie Suits; mother, Helen left behind to morn the loss of this by one son, Randy Gabehart; and today from 2 until 8 p.m. at the a prayer warrior for those he Noble Rush, Lester Rush, Jeanette Foster (Herman); three beautiful soul. one brother, Don Kenny Gabehart. funeral home. loved. He was a loving father Chester Rush, Ernest Rush and daughters: Alexis Suits, Sky She was preceded in death by He leaves behind to cherish his We encourage you to share and friend to all of his children A. J. Rush; and sisters: Visage, Kadee Visage; three sons: her father, Leonard Lanier; moth- memory three daughters: Patty your memories and or condo- and will be looking for each of Elizabeth Jones and special Tyler Suits, Matthew Suits, and er, Pearl Ella Lanier Walker; broth- Jones (Randy) of Cleveland, lences with Mr. Graigs family by us on resurrection morning. brother-in-law, Ernest Jones, Cody Visage; brother, David Suits er, Rickey Lanier; and two sisters: Melissa Trantham (Curtis) of going to www.jimrushfuneral- He was preceded in death by Gracie Rush, and Ruth (Valerie Holbrook); sister, Diane Patsy “Pat” Decker and Shelia Soddy Daisy, Judy Paxton (J.D.) homes.com. his mother, Clara Ruwedel Edwards. “Sissy” Cables (Eric); niece, Johnson. of Leitchfield, Ky.; two sons: Lewis Arner; father, Roger Henry Survivors include her brother, Brooke Cables; nephews: David A memorial service is planned Gabehart (Gayle) of Arner; sister, Miriam Arner; and Herman Rush, and wife, Jr., Chris and Nicky Suits; aunts for toda, May 3, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Campbellsville, Ky., Brad grandson, Jonathan Arner. Beverly, of Old Fort; 21 nieces and uncles: Kenneth and Joan Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church, Gabehart of Chattanooga; 15 He is survived by his children: and nephews, including special Dixon, Steve and Carol Ketchem, 535 Durkee Rd, Cleveland, with grandchildren; five great-grand- Dennis (Sandra) Arner, Jerome nephews, Gary Jones and wife, Jim and Marviel Harcourt, Connie Pastor Daniel White officiating the children; and several extended (Pam) Arner, Gordon (Syble) Angie, Franklin Jones and wife, and Ronnie Anderson, Kathy Suits service. family members and friends. Arner, Valerie (Ray) Ellis, Cathy, Gerald Jones and wife, Gillum, Kimberly Suits Monroe, Visitation will be held in the din- A graveside service will be held Katherine Spurgeon, Robin Frankie Hibbard Joyce, Clyde Rush and wife, Gary and Bonnie Suits, Ken and ning hall after the service is com- at 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 4, 2015, Frazey, Adele Grant, Matthew Teresa and special niece, Betty Janie Suits, Kay Suits, Terry Suits, plete. at Chattanooga National Frankie Hibbard, a resident of (Angie) Arner, Joseph (Tammy) Rush Darnell; sister-in-law, and Denny and Barbara Suits; You are invited to share a per- Cemetery with full military honors. Cleveland, diedon Thursday, Arner, Michele (Jeff) Sundean, Frances Kinser Rush of Ocoee; grandchildren: Kenleigh, Jake, sonal memory of her or your con- You are invited to share a per- April 30, 2015, at her home. Daniel (Kim) Arner; brothers and and special friend, Joyce Taylor, Joshwa, Jayce, and Judith; and dolences with her family at her sonal memory of Hilbert or your Survivors and arrangements sisters: Ruth (Bud) Dennison, of Cleveland. several other extended family online memorial located at condolences with his family at his will be announced by Sarah (Darrell) Renewanz, John The funeral will be held at 2 members and friends. www.companionfunerals.com. online memorial located at Companion Funeral Home. (Laura) Arner, Esther Arner, Art p.m. today at East Side Church The funeral will be held at 10 Companion Funeral Home and www.companionfunerals.com. (Atsuko) Arner, Ray (Sharon) of Christ with Minister Jeff a.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at the Cody family are honored to Companion Funeral and Arner and Grace (Art) Patton; Archey and Minister Bill Companion Funeral Home. assist the Bayne family with her Cremation Service and the Cody grandchildren: Michael (Wendy) Maynard officiating. The family will receive friends at arrangements. family are honored to assist the Arner, Lisa Arner, Justin Arner, Interment will follow in Sunset the funeral home on Monday, Gabehart family with these Laura (Michael) Jackson, Neal Memorial Gardens with Franklin from 4 to 8 p.m. arrangements. (Ann) Caywood, Erica (Brian) Jones, Lee Jones, Zachary Interment will be held at Woodman, Alleena (Devin) Rush, Ernie Jones, Avery Jones Chattanooga National Cemetery Arner, Areesa (Stephen) Arner, Jr. Hooper and Don Clowers serving as with full military honors at 12:30 Taylor Ellis, Brandy (Chris) Jr. Hooper, infant son of Jamie pallbearers. p.m. following the service on Jones, Adam (Katie) Spurgeon, and Rachel Hooper. died Friday, A white dove release ceremo- Tuesday. Katie Wells, Tiffany (Sean) May 1, 2015. ny will conclude the service. You are invited to share a per- Dixon, Brianne (Brian) Ellis, Companion Funeral Home has Fike-Randolph & Son Funeral sonal memory of Randy or your Danielle Craig, Sarah Frazey, charge of the arrangements. Home is in charge of arrange- condolences with his family at his Ryan (Lilie) Grant, Cassidy ments. online memorial located at (Carlos) Yepez-Martinez, Jerry Eugene Gates We invite you to send a mes- www.companionfunerals.com. sage of condolence and view Laurelye Grant, Melissa Grant, Jerry Eugene Gates, 70, a resi- Joelle Arner, Rachel Arner, the Rush family guestbook at dent of Cleveland, Tdied Tuesday, www.fikefh.com. Brooke Ferguson, Allie Murphy, April 28, 2015, at a local hospital. Daniel Murphy, Nichole He was born and spent most of Browning, Sydney Arner; great- his life in Dalton, Ga., before mov- grandchildren: Garrett, Grayer, ing back to Bradley County 15 Logan, Hayden, Cass, Haddie, years ago. Arthur Massey LeAnne, Mattilyn, Carter, He was of the Baptist faith. Arthur Massey, 89, of Calhoun, Serenity, Patrick, Chris, He was preceded in death by died early Saturday morning, Helen Ann Turner Arabella, Gabrielle, Isaac, Kyler, his parents, Willie Wooden and May 2, 2015, at the family resi- Helen Ann Turner, 78, of Sidney, Braylyn, Loric, Guyden, Ruby Gates Ogle; and one broth- dence. Cleveland, died Thursday, April Courtney, Chase, Seth, Sloan, er, Ray Wooden. The North Ocoee Chapel of Anthony H. Scharnagle 30, 2015. Faith, Ivy, Holly, and Timothy; as He is survived by four children: the Jim Rush Funeral Homes will She was preceded in death by well as, several nieces, Jason (Trasa) Gates of Crandall, announce survivors and funeral Anthony H. Scharnagle, 78, a her parents, Hamilton and nephews, cousins, close friends Ga., David Gates of Illinois, arrangements. died at his home on Friday night, Margaret Dodson Goins. and neighbors. Loretta Patterson of Cleveland, May 1, 2015. Survivors include her husband, A celebration of Paul’s life will and Angela (Steve) Burns of Survivors and arrangements Darrell Turner of Cleveland; chil- be held today. Benton; three brothers: Carlton will be posted later by dren: Margaret Ridge of The visitation will be from 1 to Wooden, Charles Wooden, and Companion Funeral Home. Georgetown and Ralph Turner of 3 p.m. and the funeral will begin Larry Wayne Beene Donald Wooden; five sisters: Lily Cleveland; four grandchildren; at 3 p.m. at the Village Chapel Larry Wayne Beene, 61, of Young, Charlene Bunch, Evonne one great-grandson; sister, of Seventh-day Adventists, 131 Barone, Mary Wooden and Kay Ernestine Moore of Cleveland; McDonald School Road, Signal Mountain, who served in the United States Marine Corps, Fisher; several nieces and and several nieces and McDonald, TN 37353. Pastor nephews; and other extended nephews. Jerry Arnold and Pastor Steve passed away Thursday, April 30, Carmen Maria Perez 2015, at his home. family members. The funeral will be conducted Gilbert will be officiating. Carmen Maria Perez, 97, of He was preceded in death by The family will hold a private at 4 p.m. today, May 3, 2015, at You are invited to share a per- Cleveland, died Thursday after- his father, William Joe Beene; ceremony. Chestuee United Methodist sonal memory of Paul or your noon, April 30, 2015, at the grandfather, Samuel Beene of Arrangements are by Grissom- Church with the Rev. Betsy condolences with his family at family residence. Chattanooga; grandmother, Serenity Funeral Home, Mark S. Switzer and Pastor Kenneth his online memorial located at The family will receive friends Dammy Beene of South Pittsburg; Grissom funeral director. Connie Jean Vann Williams officiating. Interment www.companionfunerals.com. from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Connie Jean Vann, of Niota, will follow in Chestuee Cemetery. Companion Funeral and Tuesday, May 5, 2015 with the Riley Owensby of Signal died in Sweetwater hospital The family will receive friends Cremation Service and the funeral following at 1 p.m. from Mountain. Friday, May 1, 2015, with her lov- at the church one hour prior to Cody family are honored to the North Ocoee Chapel of the He is survived by his mother, ing family by her side. the service. assist the Arner family with Jim Rush Funeral Homes, who Mary Haggard; brothers: William Survivors and funeral arrange- Fike-Randolph & Son Funeral these arrangements. will announce survivors and Joe Beene II, John Beene, Vernon ments will be announced by Home is in charge of arrange- other arrangements. Beene and Riley Beene; two sis- Grissom-Serenity Funeral Home. ments. ters: Marina Simons and Angela To submit an obituary, have the Morrow, all of Signal Mtn.; 15 funeral home or cremation society in nieces and nephews; several charge of arrangements e-mail the great and great-great- nieces and information to obituaries@cleveland- nephews. banner.com and fax to 423-614-6529, The family is planning a cele- attention Obits. www.clevelandbanner.com Cleveland Daily Banner—Sunday, May 3, 2015— 3
Wacker Science Award presented to CHS student We would like to thank JIM RUSH FUNERAL HOME Special to the Banner a n d C a r i s H e a l t h c a r e for their A $1,000 Wacker Science excellent service in the care of our Award scholarship was present- mother, Delia F. Perry . Jim Rush ed Thursday to Shivang Patel, a Funeral Home was professional graduating senior at Cleveland in every way to see that our High School. family needs were their highest “Shivang was a perfect match priority. Thank you from the for this award, not only because bottom of our hearts. of his academic excellence but due to the great enthusiasm he The Delia F. Perry Family exhibited for his future career path in engineering,” said Dr. Konrad Bachhuber, vice presi- dent and site manager at Wacker BRADLEY COUNTY Polysilicon North America. “We were very pleased to honor him FARMER’S MARKET for his accomplishments, and wish him much success for the NORTH future.” Kenneth Chance, senior engi- Locally Grown Fruits and Vegetables neering manager at the compa- ny’s site in Charleston, present- Open: Monday - Saturday April 18 through November 28 ed the scholarship to Patel at the Located on Urbane Road in the school’s senior night. Bradley County Recreational Complex beside the YMCA In addition to the scholarship, 4 2 3 - 7 2 8 - 7 1 0 5 Patel received a plaque and a copy of the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics by William M. Haynes (editor). Patel receives eiligibiligy for an internship at Wacker Polysilicon Kenneth ChanCe, senior engineering manager with Wacker in Charleston, presents a $1,000 North America during his Junior scholarship to Cleveland High School student Shivang Patel. T h a n k Y o u or Senior year at college as part We were touched by your of this award. thoughtfulness. Patel plans to study chemical Bachhuber. sue science or engineering after their site in Charleston — We were lifted by your engineering at the University of The Wacker Science Award is high school?” Wacker Polysilicon has awarded kindness. a $1,000 scholarship, applied Wacker Science Award eligi- scholarships each year to high Tennessee at Knoxville. We were renewed by your “It is our goal with the Wacker directly to college tuition, for the bility and requirements can be school seniors in Bradley Science Award to support and most eligible student who sub- found online at www.wacker County. goodness. encourage students who demon- mitted an essay which best .com/science-award. To date, the company has strate a strong aptitude and pas- answered the following ques- Since June 2009 — before provided a total of $20,000 in We are sincerely thankful sion for science,” added tion: “Why do you wish to pur- the company broke ground on local scholarships. for your prayers, words of encouragement and love.
The Family of Mayor Rowland launches Tool Share project Philip Michael Thomas 2/4/1986 ~ 4/7/2015 By JOYANNA LOVE He said the program could Lorello said people would need sale on May 9, starting at 9 p.m. Banner Senior Staff Writer provide a no-cost way for people to check in with the Impact Lorello encouraged community to improve their yards and Cleveland Office in the Blythe members attending to bring a Blythe–Oldfield Community homes. Family Resource Center on small item of significance “to the Association, Impact Cleveland “So what I am asking is folks Blythe Avenue, if they wanted to history of the area” for the time and the city of Cleveland are who have extra tools that are in use the tool off site. The office capsule to be buried that day. looking for donations of new and good condition that they could will take a picture of their driv- n Impact Cleveland is having a Knowing the like new yard tools for a Tool donate them so they could put it er’s license. hard time seeing the desks for Share program. in the Tool Share program. Even The garden will be open and the trees, as the office has been Cleveland Mayor Tom Rowland a rototiller or a cultivator would tools available from approximate- inundated with 75 trees donated time, meeting recently announced the program, be a great gift to give,” Rowland ly 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. through- by the Tennessee Aquarium. The for which specific details are still said. out the summer. trees will be planted on May 6 being worked out. Blythe–Oldfield Community Five community members will from 2 to 5 p.m. Teams are meet- Rowland said he was inspired Association president Kim have keys to the facility, Lorello ing at 1075 Blythe Ave. the need. by the story of another town with Lorello said a temporary secure said. The event is open to communi- 'LUHFW&UHPDWLRQ6WDUWLQJDW a similar program. location for the tools has been Tools would be required to be ty members who would like to “People wanted to have gar- found. However, the long-term returned the same day on which help plant trees. The organiza- dens, but they didn’t have the goal is to have a tool shed on the they were borrowed. tion is also looking for property tools to do it. It’s like a library, if garden property. To make a donation, contact owners who would like the trees people want to borrow a shovel or “If anyone has a donation of a Impact Cleveland at 472-9876. planted in their yards. a hoe, even a lawnmower, they newer shed, we are willing recip- The garden will have a kick-off just check it out,” Rowland said. ients,” Lorello said. celebration, bake sale and yard $449 DON’S Grissom LOTTERY NUMBERS FENCE CO. 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Save the Date! Womens’ Conference: Make Your Reservations Now! it’s a GIRL thing A Mouth-Watering, All You Can Eat Saturday May 9th 10am-1pm MOTHER’S DAY Lunch will be served BUFFET at Shiloh Baptist Church Ocoee, TN For The Entire Family! Speaker: For Groups of 6 o r More Ronda Paulson Guests Please Call Christian author, speaker, 303-3107 or 457-2254 coach, wife & mother Buffet Will Be Served From 10:30am-2pm Music: Charity Baggett Tickets: $10.00 MENU: Roast Beef, Turkey Breast with Corn Bread Dressing, Rotisserie Chicken, or $15.00 for two Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Southern Style Green Beans, Macaroni and Cheese, Faith, Food & Fun Parisian Carrots, Cream Corn, Sweet Potato Casserole & Seafood Salad Meal Includes: See us on Facebook or www.shilohbaptistchurch.ws Rolls, Cornbread, Full Salad Bar, Homemade Banana & Bread Pudding, for more info call 423-338-4292 Assorted Desserts, and Much, Much More. 4—Cleveland Daily Banner—Sunday, May 3, 2015 www.clevelandbanner.com Summer and fall registration currently underway at CSCC Summer registration is cur- way to obtain a college degree by “A number of our programs rently being held at Cleveland attending class one to two nights are cohort based, and have a set State Community College a week. There a variety of pro- schedule so you will know through Thursday, May 28, for grams to be offered as an throughout the program when all students. Advance cohort including: your classes are. We are also Jason Sewell, director of Advance Cohort Programs excited to announce that we Enrollment Services, noted Starting June 2015: have new programs coming this “Many times, a summer class n Business (Degree) fall, as well, like agriculture, can be a great way for students Advance Cohort Programs paramedic and medical infor- to concentrate on that one class Starting August 2015: matics.” or two that they may feel might n Medical Informatics (Degree) Also, new for fall is a weekend be more difficult for them. This n Medical Assistant (Degree) schedule that allows students to allows them to focus entirely on n Early Childhood Education enroll full-time by attending only that class without the demands (Certificate and Degree) Friday night and Saturday. of a full load. Taking summer n Customer Service King continued, “We also know classes is a great way to work (Certificate) that child care is a major issue toward completing a credential n Process Control (Certificate) for many of our students, and we quicker.” n Electrical Maintenance are looking for partnerships with Banner photo, HOWARD PIERCE Classes begin on Monday, (Certificate and Degree) local day-care providers VOLUNTEERS Wanda Rice, Emily Phillips and Lisa Cordell (not pictured) happily serve the less June 1, for both the first and the n Mechanical Maintenance throughout our service area to fortunate residents of Cleveland a hot and fresh lunch Saturday provided by the Little Caesers Love full summer session, and classes (Certificate and Degree) support our students.” Kitchen. begin on Monday, July 6, for the Registration for fall semester In addition, Cleveland State second summer session. at Cleveland State Community and the Cleveland State Cleveland State offers a wide College is also going on now until Foundation have worked togeth- variety of programs including Thursday, Aug. 20, for all stu- er to provide funds for last dollar four associate of arts options, dents. scholarships for adult students. three associate of science The last day to submit appli- This resulted in the Adult options, and 10 associate of cations for degree seeking stu- Promise Scholarship, which is a applied science options with 24 dents is Friday, Aug. 14, and the commitment to adult students concentrations, and 25 technical deadline for submitting financial attending college for the first certificates. aid documents is Tuesday, June time or returning to college to There are a number of differ- 30. complete their first degree. ent scheduling options for work- “We know that adults have For more information about ing adults, as well as the busy lives and it is a complex summer or fall registration or to ADVANCE program, the Regent’s thing to attend school, so we view a schedule of classes, Online Degree Program and pro- have redesigned a number of our please visit the Cleveland State grams for veterans. programs to fit a working adult’s website at www.clevelandstate- The ADVANCE program offers life,” stated Dr. Denise King, vice cc.edu or contact the Admissions students a quick and convenient president for Academic Affairs. office at 423-478-6213. Bob Lupton to speak on investing in community at May 27 program Special to the Banner County. raise their dependency on oth- The program is planned for ers. National speaker and commu- Banner photo, HOWARD PIERCE Wednesday, May 27, from 9 to Lupton encourages individu- LITTLE CAESERS Love Kitchen rolled into Cleveland Saturday to serve fresh pizza to less for- nity developer Robert Lupton is 11 a.m., at the Lee University als, churches and organizations tunate local residents. coming to Cleveland to talk School of Religion’s Jones to walk away from these gener- about enhancing public servic- Lecture Hall. The cost is $15, ous but detrimental acts of com- es, according to a release from which includes the book “Toxic passion and move toward more The United Way of Bradley Charity.” Seating is limited. resourceful and adept ways to While Lupton was serving in improve community develop- Anderson: What happens early Vietnam, he felt a call to work ment. CHURCH with delinquent youth. He and Lupton will discuss how to his wife, Peggy, along with their strategically invest in solving ACTIVITIES two sons, sold their suburban issues, give advice on how peo- in child’s development is important home in Atlanta to move into the ple can serve with their hearts, inner-city area where they cur- achieve healthy community By BRIAN GRAVES pre-K, we focus on school readi- Phil Taylor, will be the speaker rently reside. relationships, and make a Banner Staff Writer ness,” Anderson said. “We begin Tuesday at 7 a.m., for His Hands Lupton has invested more noticeable change in the city. teaching them to read and write, Extended devotional at Garden than 40 years into community To register, visit cbcan.com or The most critical time in a letter recognition and colors.” Plaza, 3500 Keith St. service and has brought about for more information, call Sarah human’s life in terms of capacity He said the agency uses up-to- ——— many positive changes to the Haratine at 423-479-2020. development is the first four date technology with interactive Jessie Conner will sing at urban communities. Deadline to RSVP is May 20. years. tools in their classrooms. Family Chapel, 241 Eisenhower In “Toxic Charity,” Lupton That is the most important “We also have good old-fash- St., Wednesday at 7 p.m. provides models on how non- thing people should know, said ioned wooden puzzles to ——— profit leaders, staff, boards of James Anderson, chief executive G r e e n M o u n t a i n strengthen their motor skills,” he The Meadow Lane will sing at directors and members of the officer of the Family Resource said. “They also learn music and Covenant Baptist Church, today community can impact commu- T e r m i t e & Agency. sharing because sharing is so at 11 a.m. nities. During his address to the P e s t C o n t r o l important to development.” ——— Through his extensive experi- Rotary Club of Cleveland this Anderson said the Family The Voices of Lee will be at ence, Lupton has seen how 423-331-8461 week, he described the agency, Violence Program currently South Cleveland Church of God, ever-growing handout lines calling it “an umbrella organiza- greenmtn.net serves Polk and Bradley counties today at 10:30 a.m. weaken the self-confidence of tion.” “Free Estimates” using the Harbor Safe House. ——— the poor and simultaneously “We have two major divisions TN Charter #4759 He noted recent stories about Heart Strings will be the guest — the early learning division ex-boyfriends or husbands who singers at Galilee Church today at which includes Head Start, Early Banner photo, BRIAN GRAVES have killed their female compan- 2 p.m. Head Start and Pre-K services,” JAmES ANDERSON, CEO of ion and child. ——— he said. “We also have a family the Family Resource Agency, “That shows you how serious Community Chapel Church of DO YOU SNORE? violence division which includes talks about the agency’s pro- family violence is as an issue that God, 1807 Blythe Ave., will have a services to victims of domestic grams and services during a has to be dealt with,” Anderson special evangelistic service, today and sexual violence.” ARE YOU TIRED DURING THE DAY? presentation for the Rotary Club said. “In those cases, and it’s with Eddie and Annette Hayes The agency currently employs of Cleveland. documented, it’s a matter of con- ministering in the morning and Is A Home Sleep Study Right For You? 500 and services more than trol with those individuals [who the evening service at 6 p.m. For 3,000 clients each year with a are violent]. When they feel they more information call 423-479- If So, $21 million budget. age 4, to 30 million less words are losing control, they will take 2143. “Our major funding sources than a child from a more affluent whatever measures they can — Contact Cindy Cochran, CCSH, RPSGT, RST are the U.S. Department of background,” Anderson said. even to the point of killing their Certified Clinical Sleep Health Educator, Health and Human Services, the “Those kind of experiences defi- wife and child and then killing U.S. decides not to under the direct supervision of state of Tennessee, state of nitely have an impact on all of themselves.” investigate Toyota Dr. Ahmad Ibrahimbachia (Dr. Bacha), MD, FCCP, DABSM Georgia and local United Way,” us.” He said the agency deals with Phone: 423-716-2546 he said. He said the quality and rich- cases of domestic abuse on a unwanted acceleration Concerning the statement on ness of a young child’s experi- daily basis. DETROIT (AP) — U.S. safety Insurance Accepted • [email protected] development, Anderson said the ences have a significant impact “We have a hotline that can be regulators have rejected a Rhode important thing to know is dur- on the brain’s development. called 24 hours a day, seven days Island man’s request for an inves- ing the last 10 years there has “Quality, early education a week. Someone will answer the tigation into low-speed unintend- been a tremendous amount of makes good economic sense,” call and talk about the situation ed acceleration problems with brain research. Anderson said. “Most economists and help to understand what Toyota Corolla compact cars. “What they are finding are say it has a three- to sevenfold needs to be done,” Anderson The National Highway Traffic synapses — neural connections payoff in benefits to society.” said. Safety Administration says it put in the brain — are developing He said children exposed to That number is 423-476-3886. over 2,000 miles on the man’s [during those first few years],” such education are more likely to He said there are occasions 2010 Corolla. But the agency’s Anderson said. have higher levels of verbal and when immediate help is required, Ohio test lab couldn’t find any He noted a study which says a math skills, less likely to be held and law enforcement is contact- problems with the throttle or baby forms over 700 of those back in a grade in school, less ed. transmission. The lab also found connections every second. likely to need special services, Women and children can also that the brakes could keep the “That tells us what happens more likely to be employed, more be housed at the Harbor Safe car stationary at full throttle. early on in life is so important,” likely to be healthier physically, House if necessary. The decision is a victory for he said. have a higher income and less “Sometimes they are talking Toyota, which has been dogged by Anderson said scientists are likely to be on welfare. about other issues that are not complaints of unwanted accelera- discovering if children are sub- “Quality, early education is a immediate dangers, and they can tion since 2009. jected to “toxic stress,” it changes foundation that a successful life come and be part of our groups,” the physical structure of their is built on,” Anderson said. he said. brains. He said the agency focuses on Anderson said the agency “Not in a good way, in a bad providing a stimulating environ- plans to host a fundraising 5- way,” he said. ment, love and nurturing, and kilometer run on the John Chung MD, FAAD “Scientists have determined a good nutrition. Cleveland/Bradley County SKIN CANCER Board Certified Dermatologist typical poor child is exposed, by “As they become toddlers and Greenway in October. Fellowship Trained Mohs Surgeon Bruce Jenner sued for wrongful death over highway crash & COSMETIC Victor Czerkasij, APRN, BC, FNP Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner LOS ANGELES (AP) — The pushing it into oncoming traffic. charged in the case. An investi- Dermatology Center stepchildren of a woman killed in Kim Howe, 69, died at the scene. gation is ongoing. an automobile crash involving The lawsuit by Dana Redmond A week ago, millions of people ADULT & PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY Amanda Thompson, FNP-C Bruce Jenner sued the Olympic and William Howe does not spec- watched Jenner tell Diane Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner gold medalist Friday for wrongful ify how much they are seeking. 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He said he had not yet details about the February crash, other relatives “great losses.” decided whether to undergo sex- 423-472-3332 which authorities said occurred Jenner’s publicist Alan Nierob ual reassignment surgery, but for Bradley Professional Building • Cleveland, TN Catherine Ramsey when Jenner’s sport utility vehi- declined to comment. the time being wanted to be • Accepting New Patients and Most Insurances Licensed Medical Aesthetician cle collided with the woman’s car, Jenner, 65, has not been referred to using male pronouns. www.clevelandbanner.com Cleveland Daily Banner—Sunday, May 3, 2015— 5
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the 2015 RyMeR Scholarship winners pose with Vice President for Enrollment Phil Cook at the awards banquet Wednesday on Lee’s Campus. From left are Cook, Joshalyn Brown, Tyler Webb, Sarah Locke, Marisa Estrada, Rachael Garrett, Megan Beavers, Savannah Stone, Abigail Brown and Makayla Jenkins. Lee announces 2015 Rymer scholarship winners Spring Creek Town Center Lee University recently awards at the annual Rymer Rymer and his father, the late ners are Abigail Brown (CHS), announced the 2015 Rymer Scholars banquet at Lee on Robert Rymer. The awards honor daughter of Jerry and Melissa Scholarship winners. Wednesday. exceptional achievement and Brown; Makayla Jenkins Three Gold Scholars, three The scholarships are awarded encourage high school students (WVHS), daughter of Danny and BIG Silver Scholars, and three annually by the Rymer in the area to continue their edu- Kathy Jenkins; and Savannah Bronze Scholars were presented Foundation, established by Hoyle cation in Cleveland. Since the Stone (WVHS), daughter of Vince scholarship’s inception in 1989, and Tena Stone. They will each nearly 200 Clevelanders have receive a scholarship of $10,000. earned the title “Rymer Scholar.” The Rymer Silver winners are Nine finalists were chosen for Megan Beavers (BCHS), daugh- the 2015 awards. Principals ter of Angela and Steve Beavers; from Bradley Central High Rachael Garrett (BCHS), daugh- School, Cleveland High School ter of Jeffrey and Linda Garrett; and Walker Valley High School and Sarah Locke (WVHS) daugh- nominated guidance counselors ter of Randall and Melissa Locke. May 4 Through 16th to serve on the selection commit- They will each receive a $5,000 tee alongside Lee University rep- scholarship. Off All Apparel resentatives. The Rymer Bronze Scholars 25% The selection committee will receive a scholarship of reviewed the applications and $2,000. The winners are 25% Off All Jewelry conducted interviews with each Joshalyn Brown (CHS), daughter finalist. Winners were chosen of Joe and Jacqueline Brown; 30% Off Select Group Of based on outstanding high Marisa Estrada (BCHS), daugh- school achievement and demon- ter of Noé and Tammy Estrada; Spring And Summer Shoes. strated potential for a successful and Tyler Webb (WVHS), son of college career. Brian and Jessica Webb. 65% Off All Fall/W inter Scholars were assessed based All monetary awards will be on their leadership in extracur- dispersed to the winners over a Shoes, Bags, Scarves, Jewelry ricular, athletic, and church- period of four years. based activities, high-school For more information about 2445 Spring Creek Blvd. • (423) 790-1543 rank and grade point average, the Rymer Scholarship, contact www.facebook.com/theshoetree college entrance exam scores, Lee’s Office of Admissions at and the interview. [email protected] or This year’s Rymer Gold win- (423) 614-8500.
Ashley MAtthews is shown during her trip to Guatemala. Cleveland State Community College Matthews receives Zeno C. Tharp Award Lee University recognized Carolina, Matthews is graduating The Cleveland State Advance programs Ashley Matthews as the 2015 magna cum laude with bachelor’s recipient of the Zeno C. Tharp degrees in Spanish education offer you the opportunity to obtain an Award during Honors Chapel on and history. She is currently education as part of a cohort program. Enrolling Thursday, April 23. teaching Spanish II at Bradley She will be recognized for this Central High School as an inter- in classes as a member of a learning group, you honor again at Lee’s im teacher. will enjoy the valuable support network of other Commissioning service on Matthews, an All-American Friday, May 8. cross-country runner, has been students and faculty. Experience learning with Established in 1955, this on the team since coming to Lee annual award is given to the Lee in 2011. She serves as president the same group of like-minded, focused senior who shows the greatest of Sigma Delta Pi, the national students throughout the program taught by promise of making a significant collegiate Spanish honor society. contribution to the church. It is “My own faith is shaped by professors who understand the life demands of named in honor of the sixth pres- these moments when God did not working adults. ident of Lee who served from have to choose me, but He loved 1935-44. Each department may me enough to make me uncom- If you are ready to start college to pursue nominate one student for the fortable and draw me closer to award, and of these nominees a Himself,” said Matthews. your degree, the Advance program may be for winner is selected by a faculty She has served in numerous you. Register now! vote. missional positions, including Matthews was nominated by camp director for TEAMeffort Programs Starting June 2015: both the Language and Literature Youth Missions in Puerto Rico, and the History, Political Science, Antigua, and Guatemala; trans- Business and Humanities departments for lator for Sharing Christ Our the award. Redeemer Enterprises (SCORE) Programs Starting in August 2015: “Ashley’s life, not just in International; camp counselor for Medical Informatics action, but in attitude of deepest Word of Life in Costa Rica and humility, points anyone who Panama; and day care worker for Medical Assistant interacts with her to Christ,” said First United Methodist Church in Early Childhood Education Dr. Jean Eledge, professor of Cleveland. French and chair of the “Ashley serves as a role model Customer Service Department of Language and for anyone who hopes to advance Process Control Literature. “Serving the Kingdom the gospel,” said Dr. John Coats, of God is not just something associate professor of history. Electrical Maintenance Ashley Matthews has done or “She not only seeks out ways to Mechanical Maintenance even will do — it is absolutely serve others and further the work who she is.” of Christ, but she does so with A native of Sanford, North great humility and grace.” Anna Rants/Clevleand State Advance Graduate “Don’t be afraid. I worked for 16 years and I didn’t think going back to college would work for me because EE BY THE ANNER I had a child and work and life happens. This program I S B allowed me to know that I could do it and the instructors supported me through the whole process.” The 103rd annual New County Governmental Law Friendship Cemetery Association Library committee will meet on and Decoration Day will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the offfice in Chatata Valley New Friendship of the director of the Cleveland/ Baptist Church today. Following Bradley County Public Library, a covered dish meal in the 795 Church Street N.E. For more church’s fellowship hall at 12:30 information call the library at p.m., Bradley County Sheriff Eric 472-2163. Watson will be the guest speaker at the 1:15 p.m. program in the church sanctuary. All friends IT’SA and family of NFCA are invited to attend. Your Career ——— SPECIAL DAY The Hooper Family Reunion will be held on Saturday, July 11, FOR... Main Campus: at the The Hiawassee (423) 472-7141, Ext. 224 Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, Ga. There will be a covered dish David Voyles 34 on Sunday the clevelandstatecc.edu luncheon for all relations of 3rd ... Jennifer Price ... twins brothers, Absolum and Clements Karen Stevenson and Kim Hooper coming from Pendleton Colbaugh, who are celebrating District, S.C. in the 1700s. Any their birthday today ... Jarai questions call Barbara Lee at Ray... Mike Kelly ... Josh West ... 706-581-2016. Nikki Mason ... Robert Bradney ——— ... Adam Seiler ... Cory Collins ... A meeting of the Bradley Andrew Pierce