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FOCUS ETTAC Celebrates 25 Years Weekly Poll* By Tasha Mahurin [email protected] In 1988, a group of par- In your opinion, ents, adults with disabili- ties, business people and should the service providers in the Superintendent community who believed in the power of technolo- of Schools in gy to aid people with dis- abilities joined together to Knox County form The East Tennessee be elected by Technology Access Center (ETTAC). Last week, ETTAC the people or celebrated its 25th year of service with an open house appointed by held at its South Knoxville the School office. Since its inception, ETTAC Board? has transformed into a regional nonprofit agency that helps people with dis- ELECTED abilities, throughout 24 counties, gain knowledge 66.47% about and access to assis- tive technology devices. Photo by dan andrews. APPOINTED The devices help people ETTAC representatives and the Mayors cut the ceremonial ribbon to open ETTAC’s open house last week. The office is with disabilities gain educa- located at 116 Childress Street in South Knoxville. 33.53% tion and employment skills, perform activities of daily Survey conducted living, and lead more inde- One of their notable who cannot play with typi- a life they might not have County Mayor Burchett, Match 21, 2013. pendent, productive lives. causes is Toy Tech, an cal toys. had without this center,” several state legislators, * Focus Weekly Polls are conducted Additionally, ETTAC’s assis- annual holiday party held “EETAC has been an longtime volunteer and and ETTAC board members by an independent, professional tive technology equipment for children with disabilities important place in the WVLT reporter, Whitney and clients were present to polling company. is used for assessment and and their friends. Donated community for years. They Kent, told The Focus. cut the ribbon. training, and some devices toys are adapted by volun- have helped so many City of Knoxville Mayor “I’m honored to be a part are available for loan. teers and given to children people with disabilities live Madeline Rogero, Knox Continue on page 2

Karns High students of frontier a glimpse get life Life-saving device Roughing it now available at all county senior centers p hoto knox by county

All Knox County Senior and Tara Stirone (all pictured Centers now have life- above) were also present. saving automated external An AED is a computerized defibrillators on-site, thanks device designed to recognize to a generous donation a cardiac arrest victim’s from Covenant Health. heart rhythm and provide Last Wednesday, Covenant an electric shock to get that By Tasha Mahurin “This particular lesson is called Frontier Foods,” donated an AED unit to the rhythm back to normal. The Sisk related while standing in the middle of his make- Carter Senior Center, the devices are easy to use Despite the frigid temperatures, Karns High School shift camp, set up to resemble life on the early Ameri- final center to receive a and provide lights, text and Social Studies teacher Gordon Sisk spent Wednesday can frontier. “I have all this cast-iron cook wear that device. Knox County Mayor voice prompts to instruct evening through Friday afternoon camped out with his we were able to secure with grants from the Junior Tim Burchett was joined by the rescuer in proper usage daughter in the school’s outdoor classroom. League of Knoxville,” he said, adding that through Knox County Commissioner of the defibrillator. The outdoor classroom at Karns High School was the grants they were also able to purchase wooden Dave Wright and Senior “While we hope there’s completed in 2011 with assistance from Lowe’s bowls and spoons. Director of Community never a need to use this Home Improvement. Karns’ teachers and students Sisk wanted to teach his students about life on the Outreach Hemal Tailor to device, it is reassuring along with 25 volunteers from Lowes worked together frontier in a hands-on way. They learned to prepare accept the donated unit to know there are now to complete the innovative classroom located in the venison stew, beans, and cornbread in dutch-ovens from Covenant Health accessible AEDs at every school’s arboretum. The classroom has been used over an open fire in a manner consistent with life on Representative Stan Boling. senior center,” said Mayor consistently since, and not just for science class. the frontier. Some students even brought in fish and Carter Senior Center staff Burchett. Sisk, in fact, teaches U.S. History. one group prepared bacon-wrapped duck. members Rebecca Quarles

We fix, buy, and sell old or antique clocks! PAGE A2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 Mary as Mommy FOCUS A few weeks ago I wrote a descriptive account of in her heart that do need to be cru- about winter depression Calvary. He explained cified with Christ. What justice am Weekly Poll and hoped to remind every- that Jesus’s mother was I doing her if I don’t allow that suf- one of the words of Albert there to see His suffering fering to take place, if I don’t trust In your opinion, should the Camus: “In the midst of and asked the children, God to redeem any suffering she may winter, I discovered there “How do you think your endure? Though I may not recognize Superintendent of Schools in Knox was, within me, an invin- mom would feel if she saw Mary as my Catholic brothers and County be elected by the people or cible summer.” Though I you nailed up on a cross?” sisters do, I may still look to her as may huddle up in the dark Beth said that the adults in the scripture’s foremost example of appointed by the and cold with whatever the the congregation became a mother. After all, Mary was chosen world may offer to comfort By Sarah Baker a little uncomfortable and to be the mother of God. She was a School Board? bakers@knoxfocus. me, the hopeful season com then a little girl, about mother willing to trust God and allow ELECTED within me is rooted in my five years old, became her child to suffer. 66.47% faith in Christ. Though I incensed. “MY mommy Every day, as a teacher, I see the often hang on to Him by a fingernail, would get ME down!” she declared. effects of what happens to the spir- I never let go and He never lets go According to Beth, the congrega- its and attitudes of children who are AppOINTED of me. Season after season of cold- tion chuckled and then teared up. not allowed to suffer. Robert Heinlein 33.53% ness, of disappointment, of grief, He What mother would be able to bear said, “Don’t handicap your children By Age Elected Appointed Total has proven to me that His love never seeing her child nailed to a cross? by making their lives easy.” Many of 18-29 50.00% 50.00% 4 changes, that He will lift me out of Beth says that she still thinks about us today are not even willing to let our 30-49 73.91% 26.09% 69 any pit even if I leapt into that pit with that moment every Good Friday. Last children be uncomfortable, let alone my own two feet. night, I lay in bed thinking about the allow them to suffer. While Mary’s 50-65 69.36% 30.64% 173 This Easter comes to us at the foot faith of Mary and the reaction of the son went to the cross with the sins of 65+ 62.79% 37.21% 258 of a dreary winter. Who knew a great- little girl at Beth’s church. I thought the world, too many of us are unwill- Total 66.47% (335) 33.53% (169) 504 er season of grief than Mary when about my daughter and my hopes ing to let our children suffer the con- she saw her son nailed to a cross? for her life. I thought about my stu- sequences of their own sins. How By District My long distance friend, Beth Mas- dents at school and their parents. I then are they too become more like 1 72.41% 27.59% 29 ters, told me a great story about a think perhaps we could all learn from Christ? This Easter season I pray that 2 58.18% 41.82% 55 child’s reaction to Mary’s position. Mary’s example. God will clean my heart and make me During the children’s message at Though it is extremely difficult for more like Mary and more importantly, 3 56.00% 44.00% 50 her church one Easter, the pastor, me to see my daughter suffer, I know more like Him. 4 48.48% 51.52% 66 in a child appropriate manner, gave that, like all of us, she has places 5 66.07% 33.93% 56 6 67.24% 32.76% 58 7 79.71% 20.29% 69 8 76.06% 23.94% 71 9 74.00% 26.00% 50 Total 66.47% (335) 33.53% (169) 504 Running on empty By Gender For some- shows seem the Let’s see how these talk- being produced. The Unknown 68.42% 31.58% 19 one who’s sup- same: political ing heads function in the most irritating excuse Female 63.26% 36.74% 264 posed to be parties play rou- everyday world again. stated that speculators Male 70.14% 29.86% 221 retired, I’ve lette with the Americans have grown were driving up the prices Total 66.47% (335) 33.53% (169) 504 allowed daily nation’s well tired of politicians’ name as they looked for the events to affect being. Neither calling and attacking per- economy to improve. Survey conducted March 21, 2013. me too much. side wants to sons with opposing view- Such weak reasons give I know better, give any at all points. Civility and respect me a headache. It stands clean up the environ- That means I’ll begin but that doesn’t because ideol- for others are dead in to logic that spiking gas ment at the same time. the 2013-14 seasons keep those By Joe Rector ogy is so much the nation’s capitol. So prices stall the econo- Most of all, I am with renewed anticipa- things away. more impor- many of our elected rep- my. Folks can’t afford to exhausted from being tion and hopes. Perhaps They eat away at my tank tant than governing to resentatives profess their drive those extra trips, so a UT fan. Like so many those expectations will be of energy, and these them. Some are prepared strong Christian faith, but dining out or shopping at others, I’ve suffered dashed upon the rocks days the needle is aiming to allow the country’s I doubt that God would malls are added to the list through football medioc- of disappointment, but toward the big “E.” economy to go belly up recognize any of His fol- of things not to do. Use rity for too many years. I’ll hang in for as long as One area of conster- to prove some silly point. lowers by their actions. goes down and prices I’ve watched a men’s bas- possible. Then I’ll turn nation deals with poli- Others are just as will- Another sore spot con- follow, although they ketball team that had off the television set and tics. I admit my addic- ing to do so rather than cerns gasoline prices. never drop to the origi- so much potential per- save my dwindling supply tion to the subject. In make changes in social In a matter of a week, nal levels. It’s an econom- form poorly in too many of energy and patience. fact, I start each morn- programs running amok. prices jumped 20 cents a ic game that is replayed games. I’ve grimaced as Maybe I’d be better off ing with a healthy dose of It’s time for these ego- gallon. Oh, plenty of rea- every few months. one Lady Vol basketball not caring about the direc- “Good Morning Joe” on centric individuals to sons flooded the news I’d be in favor of a player after another goes tion of our country; maybe MSNBC. If I’m working at compromise and get media. Some said that boost in gas prices IF the down with season-ending I should just pay the price my desk, the television about the business of the refineries were closed proceeds were direct- injuries. Some radio hosts for gas and let the oil com- station’s programs serve nation. If they can’t, I pro- for maintenance; others ed toward ending our dog the latest recruiting panies jerk the collective as background noise. pose that recall votes be said the more expen- dependence on fossil class without consider- American chain. Maybe I The themes for all the held to oust the rascals. sive summer blends were fuels. The funds could ing how late the coach- should find another team go into alternative fuel ing staff jumped into the for which to cheer. On sources that would free fray. These talkers pre- second thought, maybe us from the whims of a dict another horrible team bowing my back, hanging gone-crazy Mideast and with a losing record before tough, running on empty money grabbing oil com- the season even starts. are the best things to do. panies and would help I’m the eternal optimist. ETTAC Celebrates 25 Years

Cont. from page 1 of the organization and hope to continue to help people with disabilities for the next 25 plus years,” Kent added. The East Tennessee Technology Access Center is the region’s only non- profit agency that connects people with disabilities to technology to enable them to work, learn, play and live more independently and productively.

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Christians cel- 1980 when he made the appearance of the ebrate His birth at was the Minister people look so differently. Christmas. Chris- of Music at Wal- “The scene is set behind a tians celebrate His lace Memorial. white cloth called a scrim,” death at Easter. Bruce traveled Dr. Jim McCluskey, Pastor But, more impor- to California to Emeritus, told me. “A light tantly, He arose! By Ralphine Major learn about this shines behind the screen, ralphine3@yahoo. His resurrection com new concept of the light is turned off in front gives us reason to presenting the of it, and the picture mysteri- celebrate. After a gospel. Since ously appears.” 15-year absence of Living that time, he has shared with “Wallace Memorial is fortu- Pictures, Wallace Memorial numerous churches how to nate to have a pastor emer- Baptist Church is present- develop their own Living Pic- itus and minister of music ing Celebrate Easter 2013 tures program. Most of the emeritus on staff,” Rev. Terry with Living Pictures entitled time, the figures do not move McNatt, the current Minister “Paid in Full.” It promises to and look like statutes. The of Music, told me. “Bruce be a moving presentation of scene I remember most is laid a great foundation for the death, burial, and resur- the familiar Leonardo da Vin- these church-wide events Pictures of Living Pictures 1999 taken by Jamie Dye and provided by Eddie Hodges from rection of Jesus Christ, the ci’s Lord’s Supper. It shows at Christmas and Easter,” the Wallace Memorial archives. Lamb of God. Jesus and his disciples sit- he added. Now, there are Living Pictures uses real ting at the table before his 100-plus choir members; drama cast; and hundreds Dr. McCluskey said. It will be to the public on Saturday, people to display scenes crucifixion. I knew the people a 25-member orchestra; of volunteers helping behind a combination of Living Pic- March 30, at 3:00 and 6:00 from Jesus’ life. Rev. Bruce in it were real; but, the longer approximately 50 in the the scenes. Many who tures, the traditional Easter p.m. The event is free, and helped build, paint, or deco- Passion Play, music, drama, tickets are available online rate the first Living Pictures bringing pictures to life, scrim, at www.wmbc.net. Tickets have lended their expertise and videos. “Terry has devel- are honored until 20 min- to this year’s production. oped and written the entire utes prior to each presenta- Senior Pastor Dr. Mike Boyd program and is to be com- tion. After that, all are admit- said, “there is no more signif- mended for this work,” Rev. ted with or without a ticket. icant holiday for the church Forlines said. As he spoke, The program will be present- than Easter Sunday. It was a I sensed a thrill in his voice ed to the church family and day the whole world changed, that a ministry so dear to his all guests who would like to and the world was never the heart is again being used to attend the 10:00 Sunday same again.” bring blessings to others and Morning Service. This year, While the church leaders bring honor and glory to our experience Easter in a spe- and cast have changed over Lord. cial way. Because of Easter, time and new technology Wallace Memorial will we can call Jesus “our King has added other elements, present Celebrate Easter forever,” Pastor Boyd said. there is one thing that has 2013 with Living Pictures Hallelujah, He Lives! not changed---the message of Easter. It is still the same. “Terry has done a wonderful job with this year’s program,” Chefs create delectable dishes inspired by Girl Scout cookies

Girl Scout Cookies are the of ceremonies. Celebri- Cookie Program was so the event is expected to sell stars, but who will be the ty judges are UT Women’s much fun last year, and the out. Call 1-800-474-1912 for champion? That will be decid- Athletic Director Emeritus chef line-up is outstanding more information. ed when professional chefs Joan Cronan, WATE-TV news this year. We hope adults in “Cookies & Cocktails” is put a new spin on Girl Scout reporter Tearsa Smith, and the Knoxville area will join us sponsored by First Tennes- cookies to create savory WDVX radio personality Red for a great evening, in sup- see Foundation, Wells Fargo, appetizers and sweet des- Hickey. port of a great cause.” NAI Knoxville, and PMG Ben- serts never before tasted. “We’re very excited for Tickets are $50 per efits Consulting. The second annual “Cook- ‘Cookies & Cocktails’ this person. Attendees must ies & Cocktails” is Friday, year,” said Booth Kammann, be at least 21 years old. All April 5 at the Lighthouse of CEO of the Girl Scout Coun- proceeds benefit area Girl Knoxville (6800 Baum Drive) cil of the Southern Appala- Scouts. Tickets may be pur- from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. chians (GSCSA). “This adult chased online at girlscoutc- Bring your friends and col- celebration of the Girl Scout sa.org. Space is limited and leagues to this unique gath- ering to enjoy cookie cre- ations, plus cocktails and live music from the Old City Buskers. Chefs from Magpies, The Plaid Apron, Knoxville Cater- ing, The Crown and Goose, Tupelo Honey Cafe, Season’s Cafe, Holly’s Eventful Dining, and Chez Liberty will create Expires 3/29/13 culinary masterpieces. WATE-TV news anchor Lori WHO IS YOUR Tucker will be the master HOMETOWN HERO? The Home Federal Bank Hometown Heroes Award recognizes everyday citizens who do extraordinary things for others and for our community. Eight winners will receive public recognition as well as a $2,500 donation in their name to a local nonprofit. A top winner will have an additional $2,500 nonprofit donation made in his or her name.

Recognize your favorite community volunteer – nominate a neighbor today! Nomination forms are available at all Home Federal Bank locations and at www.homefederalbanktn.com. Nomination deadline is Friday, March 29, 2013.

Nominees must live or work in Blount, Anderson, Sevier or Knox county. Service must be performed outside the context of a nominee’s paid employment. Additional guidelines available on the nomination form. PAGE A4 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 Focus MORE on Seymour & South Knox

To celebrate their Network Technologies receives continued success and as a thank-you to the community for U.S. Cellular Customer Excellence Award their support over By Tasha Mahurin the years, Network [email protected] Technology is offer- Seymour’s own Network Technologies, a locally ing a free accessory owned and operated U.S. (up to $19.99/some Cellular store, has served restrictions apply) to the area’s cellular needs any customer who since 1999; however, their work in the Seymour com- activates a new line munity extends far beyond of service or renews cellular service. Owner Shir- an existing line of ley Clepper and her staff have been instrumental in service when they helping the Seymour school mention this article. system win $400,000 over Network Technologies the last three years through U.S. Cellular’s Calling All also offers the lowest Communities campaign. prices on pre-owned Additionally, Clepper and phones. employee Autumn Galyon devote a great deal of time and energy to the Seymour Area Chamber of Commerce recycling revenue back into and have been active in the the local economy which in organization since its for- Pictured from left to right: U.S. Cellular associate Autumn Galyon; Seymour Intermediate School Principal Peggy turn enriches the whole mation. Clepper is current- Oakes; and Shirley Clepper of U.S. Cellular authorized agent store Network Technologies in Seymour celebrated the community. In other words ly an active board member, March 2012 unveiling of Seymour Intermediate School’s new computer lab, which was purchased through shared funds we don’t just work here, we while Galyon serves as the from Seymour Primary School when it won the 2011 U.S. Cellular Calling All Communities grand prize of $150,000. live here. We care about managing director. And just making a difference in our last year the store, located community and our cus- at 10922 Chapman High- other awards from U.S. Cel- means more to us than has received the Cus- locally owned and oper- tomers know that.” Clepper way, was completely remod- lular for 2012, including the numbers do, it’s what sets tomer Service Excellence ated business with a real told The Focus. “Receiving eled in order to better serve Sales Excellence Pre-Paid us apart” said Clepper. Award consistently since connection to the commu- this award for the 8th year, its customers. Award, the Sales Excellence “We are so grateful to 2005. Customer retention nity. Network Technologies confirms to me that we are Their hard work and dedi- Post-Paid Award, the Sales the Seymour and South is part of the criteria used offers all the expertise on making that difference.” cation to the Seymour com- Excellence Data Award, Knoxville communities for to establish the winner of the latest cellular technolo- Network Technologies is munity and their custom- the Best Performance Top their loyal support over the this particular award. Last gy that you can expect from open Monday thru Friday ers alike paid dividends CAE Growth Year-After-Year years,” Clepper said. “Their year The Focus noted that the pros but delivered by from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 this year, when U.S. Cellu- Award, and The Best Per- support has enabled us to while Network Technologies neighbors, to neighbors. p.m., and Saturday from lar awarded the local busi- formance in Connected continue to provide friendly offers products and servic- “Locally owned busi- 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. ness with its Customer Device Sales Award, Clep- local service while striving es from one of the largest nesses build strong com- They are closed on Sun- Service Excellence Award. per admits that this one is to make a positive impact wireless telecommunica- munities by connecting to days so that employees While Network Technolo- the most significant. on our community.” tion networks in the United people and contributing may spend time with their gies received a number of “Customer Service Network Technologies States, they are in fact a to local causes as well as families. March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B1

March 25, 2013 Trinity Hills opens doors to Wellness Center On Tuesday, March Hills, Functional Pathways From State 19, Trinity Hills Senior is offering physical therapy, Living Community proudly occupational therapy, and Representative announced the new reha- speech therapy in house to Harry Brooks bilitation and wellness better serve the residents. services offered at their In addition, they also offer The calendar says open house. Trinity Hills various programs such as it is spring, but the 23 and Functional Pathways group exercise classes, degree reading this Rehabilitation Services gym memberships, person- morning on the ther- have teamed up to pro- al training, and many other mostat at the camp- vide a group of programs health education related ground where I stay designed to improve the services that fall under said otherwise! But I overall health and well- the umbrella of complete hold hope that warmer ness of their residents, and wellness. days are just around soon to be offered to the They are excited about the corner. community, as well. Many their new personal cen- There are several came out and enjoyed the tered care and look for- bills of interest work- refreshments, door prizes, ward to helping the ing their way through and tours provided by Trinity community as well in the the committee pro- Hills and the Functional near future. Trinity Hills is cess. The Workers’ Pathways Team. located at 4611 Asheville Compensation Trinity Hills prides itself Photo by dAN ANDREWS. Hwy and offers indepen- Reform Act, which in fostering to the improve- Pictured at last week’s open house at Trinity Hills are Quitar Ralston, Jill Fiala, Gwyn E. dent, assisted and memory is part of Governor ment in the resident’s phys- Earl, Morgan Honeycutt and Leisa Evans. care for seniors. For more Haslam’s legislative ical, social, and spiritual information about The agenda, passed the well-being. They partner residence designed to help with activities of daily reputation of Elite people Wellness Center at Trinity House Consumer and with caring organizations respond to the individual living. Functional Pathways who give Elite care and pro- Hills, please call (865) 329- Human Resources to provide a senior living needs of those who need has built a long-standing duce Elite results. At Trinity 3292. Committee. This act reforms the workers’ compensation system in Tennessee to pro- vide more certainty for businesses while County names Detective, also protecting the interests of employ- ees across the state. If this bill passes both Officer of Month Houses, it will reduce the time it takes to The Knox County Sheriff’s receive permanent Office named Officer Angela workers’ compen- Parris February Detective of sation benefits and the Month and Officer Toby improve injury medi- Champion February Officer cal treatment. In addi- of the Month at a dinner tion, the process for Tuesday at the Knoxville resolving workers’ Elks Lodge 160. comp disputes will be In February 2012, Officer streamlined, thereby Parris began investigating allowing injured work- a registered sex offender ers to receive compen- who was unlawfully giving sation and return to gymnastics lessons out of work quicker. his home and in the cafete- Legislation relat- ria of a Knox County school. ed to the annexation An extensive investigation of land in Tennessee led by Officer Parris culmi- resulted in several nated in the March 2012 bills which are making arrest of 43-year-old Jeffrey their way through com- Donald Keith, a registered mittee. These bills Sex Offender convicted in seek to make the over- Rhea County, Tennessee in all annexation process 1998 of criminal attempt: more fair and effi- aggravated sexual battery cient for all interested of a 10-year-old. parties. The legisla- Officer Parris present- tion requires that 1) a ed evidence concern- local referendum vote ing the investigation to a Photo by Dan Andrews Continue on page 2 Continue on page 2 Officers Toby Champion and Angela Parris were recognized at a special dinner last Tuesday.

Molly Huff, Maggie Daves, Valedictorian Salutatorian PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 Home Federal Bank Earns Four Area Fundraisers Planned 84th Bauer Financial for Make-A Wish Foundation Five-Star Stability Rating Bank celebrates indicator to our customers The Make-A-Wish Harden Valley Football On April 20, 2013, enriched the lives of chil- 21 years of that their bank is strong Foundation® of East Team who supported the 4th Annual Make-A- dren with life-threaten- and stable.” Tennessee held the first the effort by advertis- Wish Golf Tournament ing medical conditions highest ranking Bauer Financial, an inde- of four fund raisers earlier ing, seating folks, and will be held at Willow through its wish-granting by independent pendent rating agency, this month at Applebee’s bussing tables. Through Creek Golf Course. work. The Foundation’s authority has been analyzing and on North Peters Road the continued support of Openings for teams are mission reflects the life- reporting on the financial in Knoxville. A Pancake individuals like these and still available. This event changing impact that a For the 84th consecu- condition of the nation’s breakfast, supported by our community, the East is planned to raise two Make-A-Wish® experi- tive quarter, Home Federal banking industry since local volunteers raised Tennessee Make-A-Wish wishes ($13,000) for local ence has on children, Bank has earned the 1983. Each quarter, the more than $1,200.00 for program will continue to children. families, referral sourc- Bauer Financial Five-Star private rating firm collects the charity. grant wishes to children in The 9th Annual Waltz for es, donors, sponsors and stability rating, the high- data on banks and finan- “We want to give a need.” The next fundrais- Wishes Gala on April 27 at entire communities. est possible rating. This cial institutions and ranks special thanks to the ing event will be a Radio- the Downtown Knoxville For more information on accomplishment is shared them based on specific Applebee’s team and thon hosted by B-97.5 on Marriott will finalize the the upcoming Gala please by fewer than 10 percent criteria centered on safety General Manager Jeff April 12, 2013 broadcast- Spring fundraisers. contact Ken Shull at of the nation’s banks. and soundness. Luengen for graciously ing out of Panera Bread “It takes approximate- 865.966.1494 or kshull@ “We’re proud to offer Consumers can check donating the building and on North Peters Road. On ly $7,000.00 to grant a tds.net. For more infor- stability, security and a the strength of their bank, all resources necessary to this date, tune your radio single wish,” said Smith. mation on the upcoming full range of banking ser- thrift or credit union at make the Pancake break- to FM station B-97.5 and “Our 2013 goal is to grant Golf Tournament, please vices to East Tennessee http://www.bauerfinan- fast a success,” said Stew learn how you can sup- 85 wishes for children contact Stew Smith at families and businesses,” cial.com. Smith, with the Make-A- port the children, or drop in the East Tennessee 865.789.0475 or stew- said Home Federal Bank Home Federal Bank is Wish Foundation. “Also, by Panera Bread and say area.” [email protected]. President Dale Keasling. a locally owned, full-ser- special thanks goes out hello while you make a Since 1980, the Make- “The Bauer Financial vice bank serving East to Coach Jones and the donation. A-Wish Foundation® has Five-Star rating is a good Tennesseans.

Boys & Girls Clubs’ Kelly Drummond wins Prescott Regional Award Pellissippi State offers new classes

Kelly Drummond has development techniques. been awarded the Herman “Kelly holds the Boys & focusing on the recording arts S. Prescott Southeast Girls Clubs to the highest Regional Award for her standard of excellence,” No longer will students of the U.S. Department • Recording Techniques of the Video Production commitment in fostering says Lisa Hurst, President interested in the record- of Labor’s Occupational I (RATS 1400) Technology concentra- diversity and equality in & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs ing arts industry have Outlook Handbook. Job • Special Topics in tion. Those courses the workplace. The award of the Tennessee Valley. to enroll in classes in growth for broadcast and Recording Arts, Technology include “Pro Tools Intro” was presented at the Boys “We are privileged to have Nashville or Florida, both sound engineering tech- and Science (RATS 2000) (VPT 2015), “Pro Tools & Girls Club Southeast her as a part of the Boys of which are known nation- nicians, for instance, is • Dialogue Editing and Advanced” (VPT 2016), Leadership Conference in & Girls Club movement. wide as “go-to” markets predicted to increase at a Post-Production (RATS “Sound Production (Audio Memphis on March 7. Kelly She goes beyond expec- for study of the indus- rate of 10 percent through 2090) Fundamentals)” (VPT will join five other region- tations to promote fair- try. Thanks to new class 2020, adding approxi- • Music Editing and 1015) and “Special Topics: al award recipients as a ness and inclusion in the offerings by Pellissippi mately 11,600 jobs to the Sound Design (RATS Recording Techniques” candidate for the nation- workplace.” State Community College, 116,900 industry posi- 2091) (VPT 2016). al Prescott Award, to be Kelly’s leadership and students will have the tions analyzed in 2010. • Recording Techniques Reg i s t r at ion for presented at Boys & Girls impact in the communi- opportunity to enroll in New recording-related II (RATS 2400) Pellissippi State’s fall Clubs of America’s National ty extends beyond Boys recording-related courses courses at Pellissippi State • Recording Arts, term begins on April 1. For Conference in May. & Girls Clubs. She was locally. include the following: Technology and Science a complete listing of and Kelly is the Vice President appointed by Governor Bill Careers in the recording • History of the Capstone (RATS 2910) course descriptions for of Human Resources Haslam to the Tennessee arts and sound industry Recording Industry (RATS The new offerings are in recording-related classes, and Administration for Commission for Children are expected to see growth 1042) addition to courses cov- visit www.pstcc.edu or call Boys & Girls Clubs of the and Youth, where she into the future, accord- • Audio Processing and ering sound and record- (865) 694-6400. Tennessee Valley as well serves as the Committee ing to the current edition Ear Training (RATS 1080) ing that are already part as Grants Administrator for Chair for Councils. She also Boys & Girls Clubs across serves as the President the state of Tennessee. of the East Tennessee Kelly also oversees TRiO Council on Children and UT Recycling Gets Boost from Alcoa Foundation programs and trains Boys Youth. Kelly was a member The Alcoa Foundation gave a big Price, UT’s environmental coordinator. Recycling Bin Grant Program, an effort & Girls Club staff through- of Leadership Knoxville’s boost to recycling efforts at the This fall, UT plans to hold a competi- to help schools boost their recycling. out the country on youth Class of 2010. University of Tennessee, Knoxville. tion between sororities and fraternities The Alcoa Foundation is one of the The foundation donated 1,584 recy- to see whether the women or the men largest corporate foundations in the cling bins, valued at $5,000, which the can recycle the most. U.S., with assets of approximately County names Detective, university is deploying inside sorority Alcoa Foundation is partnering $460 million. For more information, houses, and inside and outside frater- with national nonprofit Keep America visit http://www.alcoafoundation.com. Officer of Month nity houses. Beautiful and the College and University Keep America Beautiful is the Cont. from page 1 the residence, but was “We’re very excited to have these Recycling Coalition to provide a total of nation’s leading nonprofit that brings Knox County grand jury unable to make contact recycling bins for the sororities and fra- 11,500 recycling bins to 35 colleges people together to build and sustain in February 2013. The with the man. Officer ternities. This has been an underserved and universities in 2013. The dona- vibrant communities. For more infor- grand jury returned indict- Champion, concerned part of campus for recycling,” said Jay tions are part of the Alcoa Foundation mation, visit http://kab.org. ments on Keith, charging that something was not him with five counts of right, alerted his super- perjury, three counts of visor of the situation and violating the sex offend- gained consent from the From State Representative Harry Brooks er registry law, and one man’s family to enter the Cont. from page 1 supposed to serve before purchases made using were given to the Ben count of sexual exploi- residence by any means annexing more property. Electronic Benefit Atchley State Veterans’ tation of a minor. Keith necessary. When officers be held to ensure prop- Currently Tennessee is Transfer (EBT) cards. This Home in Knoxville and was taken into custody entered the home, the erty owners have a voice one of only three states bill prohibits use of a wel- the Tennessee State on February 14, 2013 by man was found unrespon- in the process of a city- in the nation that allows fare recipient’s EBT card Veterans’ Home in Officer Parris. sive, suffering from a dia- initiated annexation; 2) a a city to seize the private in liquor stores, adult Murfreesboro. We are On February 12th, betic condition. Doctors municipality first annex all property of an individu- cabarets, casinos, and fortunate to be able to Officer Champion was told the man’s family that territory within its urban al without that individu- other gambling facilities. provide needed quality dispatched to conduct had he been left untreat- growth boundary before al having any say in the Also welfare recipients nursing care to those vet- a welfare check on a ed for two more hours, he being allowed to expand process. who use EBT benefits ille- erans who have given so man whose family had would have died. further; 3) a municipal- Legislators on the gally would be subject to much to our country. been unable to reach Officer Champion has ity must provide all prom- House Health Committee disqualification from the Things here continue him for two days. Officer been with the KCSO since ised public services to approved a bill designed program. to move along at a fast Champion checked June 2007. areas that it is already to help curb abuse of Congratulations clip. However, if my office are extended to the can be of assistance to Tennessee State Veterans you, you may call 615- Homes in Knoxville and 741-6879 or 1-800-449- Murfreesboro who were 8366 ext. 44556 and I listed as being among can be reached by email the best in the country. at rep.harry.brooks@capi- U.S. News & World Report tol.tn.gov or if you would rated more than 15,000 like to receive updates nursing homes using by email you can sign up data research on nurs- at http://www.capitol. ing home safety, health tn.gov/lyris/h19s.html. inspection, and staffing It is an honor to be your quality. Five star ratings representative. PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B3 Senator Ross Bass Part 2

had been elected in 1972 Pages from when Richard Nixon had the Political carried Tennessee by an overwhelming margin. To Past gain the Democratic nom- ination, Bass had to con- front his old foe, former Congressman Pat Sutton. Sutton, who had served a brief prison term, was not an especially strong candidate, but Bass won more than 55% of the By Ray Hill vote against several oppo- [email protected] nents for the right to face Robin Beard in the general Congressman Ross election. Bass and Governor Frank There was reason to Clement were fight- believe the Democratic ing a close race for the ticket would do well in Democratic nomination for Tennessee. Jimmy Carter the United States Senate was enormously popular in 1964 to complete the in the Volunteer State and remaining two years of the Jim Sasser was mount- late Estes Kefauver’s term. ing a serious challenge to While there had been few Republican Senator Bill real differences between Brock who was seeking a the two leading candidates second term. President for the nomination, the race Gerald Ford had succeed- had been hard fought, if ed Richard Nixon without not actually bitter. Election having been elected and Day brought the first defeat was crippled after a bruis- of Frank Clement’s long ing contest with former political career. Ross Bass California Governor Ronald won the senatorial nomi- Reagan who quite nearly nation by almost 100,000 wrested the GOP nomina- votes. Congressman Bass tion from the incumbent. carried all of Tennessee’s Ford had pardoned Nixon four big urban counties, and Republicans had suf- Shelby, Davidson, Knox, fered devastating losses and Hamilton. Bass did in the off-year elections of very well in the more pop- 1974. ulous counties in East Posters and buttons Tennessee, largely swept started appearing through- Middle Tennessee, and car- out the district promoting ried far West Tennessee. “Carter – Sasser – Bass”. from the author’s personal collection. Likely most distressing of Despite reaching his goal all to the governor, Clement Senator and Mrs. Ross Bass celebrating on Election Night in 1964. of winning 100,000 votes even lost his home county the Senate seats in 1964. get a Federal appointment As Buford Ellington was serious contenders; former more than he had in 1970, of Dickson to Bass. Republican attorney from President Johnson. winning a surprisingly close Congressman Ray Blanton, Senator Brock lost to Jim Tennessee would prove Howard H. Baker, Jr., son To remain in public life, nomination for governor, who had lost a senatorial Sasser. Jimmy Carter did to be a battleground state of the late Congressman Clement had nowhere else Frank Clement enjoyed a campaign against Howard carry Tennessee and it during the election of Howard Baker, was facing to go. Howard Baker was political resurrection, beat- Baker in 1972, was one of proved to be his second 1964. Lyndon Johnson Congressman Ross Bass again a candidate for the ing Senator Ross Bass by the leading candidates, best state in the coun- was campaigning to win the in the general election United States Senate in little more than 18,000 along with Knoxville try; only Carter’s native presidency in his own right while Memphis business- 1966 and Republican pros- votes out of more than banker Jake Butcher. Tom Georgia gave him a great- and while Arizona Senator man Dan Kuykendall was pects seemed so promis- 750,000 ballots cast. Wiseman, State Treasurer er percentage of the vote. Barry Goldwater’s candi- running against Albert Gore ing that there was actually Despite the all too appar- for Tennessee, entered Still, Ross Bass’s hopes of dacy did not represent a who was seeking his third a primary contest between ent signs Republicans were the primary, as did Stan a comeback were dashed threat to LBJ nationally, six-year term in the Senate. Baker and Ken Roberts. making inroads with voters Snodgrass, who had run as Congressman Robin Goldwater could still do well The GOP ticket might have Senator Bass, much all across Tennessee, a very strong race for gov- Beard proved to be hugely in Tennessee. There had done even better had it not like K. D. McKellar before Governor Clement felt cer- ernor against John Jay popular inside his own dis- been clear signs the politi- been for Barry Goldwater him, had a temper that tain of his victory in the gen- Hooker in 1970. David trict. The old warrior lost to cal landscape in Tennessee visiting East Tennessee and could erupt quickly. Unlike eral election. 1966 was a Pack, Tennessee’s Attorney Beard, who won more than was changing signifi- suggesting the Tennessee Senator McKellar, Bass good year for Republicans General, was also a can- 65% of the vote. cantly. The Republican Valley Authority might be was not firmly political- nationally and Tennessee didate. The gubernatori- Following his loss in Party in Tennessee had better off were it sold to ly entrenched all across was no exception; Howard al primary that year was a 1976, Ross Bass knew he been a negligible factor private power companies. Tennessee. One widely Baker defeated Governor brutal, bloody affair with was done as a candidate in statewide elections. Ross Bass barely edged publicized incident during Frank Clement by almost the free-spending Butcher for public office. Bass con- No Republican had ever out Howard Baker by just the primary campaign 100,000 votes. Clement investing more than all tinued to lobby some, but been popularly elected to over fifty thousand votes. occurred when Senator did not even receive as the other candidates com- spent even more time on the United States Senate Albert Gore beat Dan Bass and his beautiful many votes in the gen- bined. Still, Blanton had the golf course. He divided in Tennessee history; the Kuykendall by a slight- wife, Avanell, attended a eral election as he had a lot of name recognition his time between homes last Republican to be elect- ly larger margin, but the fundraiser for the nation- in the Democratic prima- from his failed Senate cam- in Tennessee and Florida ed governor had been Alf Memphis Republican still al Democratic Party in ry. Clement was stunned paign from 1972 and he and visited Washington, A. Taylor in 1920. Yet with won more than 46% of the Washington, D. C. The by his loss and his defeat won the nomination with D. C. whenever he felt the the candidacy of General vote. Mistress of Ceremonies, spelled the end of his politi- just over 22% of the vote. need. Dwight D. Eisenhower in Ross Bass was able to introducing Bass, made a cal career, although he was Ross Bass had by that time Ross Bass became ill 1952, Tennessee tum- be sworn in to his Senate foolish word play on the only forty-six years old at been out of public office for with lung cancer after a bled into the Republican seat immediately following Senator’s name, refer- the time. almost a decade; he had lifetime of heavy smoking. column. Even with Senator the general election results ring to him as “big mouth Years later, Senator Bass not been especially active It was quite ironic, espe- Estes Kefauver running as being certified, causing Bass”. Senator Bass was told me he was convinced in keeping up his politi- cially as one of his legis- the vice presidential can- appointed U. S. Senator highly annoyed and public- his narrow loss in the pri- cal contacts, preferring to lative achievements was didate on the Democratic Herbert Walters to com- ly left the event, although mary in 1966 was accom- spend most of his time on having the warning label ticket, Eisenhower again plain that Bass seemed his wife remained at the plished through thousands the golf course. placed on cigarette pack- carried the Volunteer State. all too anxious to take his head table. of Republicans cross- Bass’s last hurrah came ages. Former Senator Ross Protestant Tennessee pre- seat. Senator Bass had Perhaps for the first ing over to vote for Frank in 1976 when he decid- Bass died at his home in ferred Quaker Richard little time to make much time in modern history, Clement. Bass believed ed to run to regain his old Florida on New Year’s Day Nixon to the Catholic of an impact during the the black vote loomed many Republicans felt it Congressional seat. The in 1993. John F. Kennedy in 1960. two years he served in as vitally important to would be easier for Howard incumbent was Robin While the First and Second the United States Senate. every candidate for state- Baker to beat Clement than Beard, a Republican who Congressional districts in Perhaps the most lasting wide office, especially in an incumbent senator. East Tennessee had been achievement of that term the Democratic prima- Following his loss, Bass reliably Republican even is the warning label on cig- ry. Even former Governor became a consultant Large Selection of at the worst of times for arettes, which persists to Buford Ellington, making for various companies. the GOP, there were other this day. Ironically, Bass his second bid for the Aside from lobbying, Bass signs that the Republicans was himself a very heavy gubernatorial nomination, spent a lot of time playing Used Phones for Sale were gaining ground. When smoker. made an effort to secure golf, which he thorough- Congressman James B. There was little doubt a higher percentage of ly enjoyed. Bass made a at Network Technologies Frazier, Jr., a conservative Ross Bass would run to the black vote against his tour through upper East Democrat, was defeated serve a full six-year term in young challenger, John Jay Tennessee in 1968 on 573-8785 in the Democratic primary 1966, but he would have Hooker. Both Senator Bass behalf of the Democratic 10922 Chapman Hwy by liberal insurgent Wilkes to face both of his former and Governor Clement presidential ticket of Hubert Specifi c Carriers Thrasher, Jr., many Frazier opponents from the 1964 worked hard to get as many Humphrey and Edmund Only supporters bolted to back election to remain in the black votes as possible. Muskie, which was a sure Chattanooga business- Senate. Despite his humili- Although both Bass and indication the former sen- Call For Details man William E. Brock, III. ating loss two years earlier, Clement were in favor of ator had not entirely given Bill Brock became the first Governor Frank Clement expanding most social pro- up his political aspirations. Republican Congressman was determined to try grams, Senator Bass was Bass waited until 1974 to Current Models from the Third District again for the United States especially critical of the tax attempt a comeback of in stock now! since 1920. Senate. Clement, under increases during much of his own, announcing he Prices range 50% Tennessee Republicans Tennessee State law, could Governor Clement’s admin- would be a candidate for to 70% off retail. had nominated not only not succeed himself as gov- istration, many of which governor. presentable, but serious ernor and there seemed went to pay for expansions The Democratic primary Phones in like- challengers for both of little likelihood he could of programs. that year was crowded with new condition! PAGE B4 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 TDOT Creates Office of Community Transportation The Tennessee increase the level of col- communities.” growth as it relates with within their region. They like shopping centers and Department of laboration between The OCT will collabo- state transportation. will also work closely with industrial parks. The OCT Transportation is announc- TDOT and municipalities rate with local partners to The OCT is a state- Tennessee’s Metropolitan can have a positive impact ing the creation of the across the state,” said establish a regional pres- wide initiative led by the Planning Organizations to on economic development Office of Community TDOT Commissioner John ence that will aid commu- newly appointed Assistant coordinate regional trans- efforts by working with local Transportation (OCT). The Schroer. “The Office of nities when developing and Director of Long Range portation priorities. partners to identify neces- mission of the OCT is to Community Transportation implementing their future Planning, Brenda Bernards. By working directly with sary improvements to the coordinate transportation will work with these local visions as they pertain to Once fully implement- community partners, the State Route system. planning and local land entities to make sure our state routes. The Office of ed, the OCT will have OCT will be capable of elimi- For more information on use decisions to guide the transportation planning Community Transportation regional staff in Knoxville, nating potential transporta- the Office of Community development of a safe and efforts and project devel- will provide resources dedi- Nashville, Chattanooga and tion difficulties with future Transportation, please efficient statewide trans- opment plans coincide cated to ensuring the suc- Memphis who will be com- local projects such as new visit http://www.tdot.state. portation system. with future growth and cessful preparation and mitted to working specifi- schools, subdivisions, tn.us/longrange/oct.htm. “We really want to help us meet the needs of execution of community cally with the communities and major activity centers Connected Tennessee Report Shows Economic Impact of Women-owned Businesses 76% of women- challenges that they will face in are a bright spot in the overall transactions. Based on Internet protocol (VoIP) owned businesses in today’s global marketplace, and economic picture of the state, the businesses’ self- service, 29% allow their Tennessee subscribe broadband allows businesses growing at a higher rate than reported annual revenues, employees to telework, to empowering to increase efficiency, improve male-owned businesses, even this equates to a median and 55% have a business broadband service market access, advertise jobs, during times of economic hard- annual value of $240,000 website. reduce costs, and increase the ship. In 2010, Tennessee ranked in online sales. Statewide, “Tennessee women have long According to Connected speed of both transactions and 17th nationally in the number this translates into approx- been innovators in a market Tennessee’s recently published interactions. of women-owned businesses, imately $967 million in that has not always been report, Broadband: Empowering The Connected Tennessee making investments like broad- annual online revenues accepting,” said Connected Women-Owned Businesses, report shows that 76% of women- band infrastructure and even for Tennessee’s women- Tennessee Executive Director there are an estimated 155,600 owned businesses in Tennessee greater opportunity for econom- owned businesses. Corey Johns. “It’s encouraging women-owned businesses in subscribe to broadband service; ic growth and exposure.” • Compared to Internet- to see that women-owned busi- Tennessee, employing 121,100 higher than the statewide aver- Additional key findings from connected women-owned nesses use broadband at rates people and generating sales of age of 72% of businesses. this report include: businesses in other states higher than the statewide aver- approximately $23.5 billion each “Broadband service provides a • Among women-owned surveyed by Connected age. Businesses that subscribe year. Moreover, the number of valuable technological advantage businesses that do not Nation, women-owned to broadband reap the benefits women-owned businesses has to women-owned businesses by use broadband, two-thirds businesses in Tennessee of this vital resource and our grown by 56% since 1997, sur- affording them the opportunity (66% or approximately utilize fewer online busi- goal would be to see each and passing the national average to reach out beyond their com- 7,000 businesses) report ness applications. every woman-owned business in (54.1%) and ranking Tennessee munities and provide servic- that the main reason that • Three out of ten small Tennessee learn to leverage the 17th in the nation in terms of es throughout the world,” said they don’t subscribe to businesses that are power of high-speed Internet to growth for the total number of Tennessee Economic Council broadband is because owned by women allow lower their costs of doing busi- women-owned businesses. on Women (TECW) Executive they don’t need it or they their employees to tele- ness, increase productivity, and Considering the impact that Director Dr. Phyllis Qualls- feel their business is get- work from home, and one improve their overall bottom line women-owned businesses can Brooks. “In the TECW’s 2010 ting by without it. in four earn revenues from by reaching new markets only have on Tennessee’s econom- Study on the Economic Impact • On average, women- online sales. accessible online.” ic growth, it is vitally important of Women-Owned Businesses owned businesses earn • Overall, 9% of Tennessee’s that women-owned business- in Tennessee, it was reported about one-third (31%) of women-owned business- es are empowered to meet the that women-owned businesses their revenues from online es subscribe to voice over March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C1

March 25, 2013

The ball is in Cuonzo’s court, but Pearl is not far away I just knew Bruce Pearl’s name was going to resur- face when Tennessee lost to Ala- bama in the quarterfi- nal round of the SEC By Steve basket- Williams ball tour- nament, a defeat that all but dashed hopes the Vols would make the NCAA tournament field instead of landing in the NIT for the second year in a row under Cuonzo Martin. The Knoxville Ambassadors girls high school basketball team celebrates its Class 4A East Coast Chanpionship at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Sure enough, several Va. recently. The Ambassadors won the title and finished 21-14 on the season. frustrated and disappoint- ed UT fans vented their feelings on a radio sports talk show the Saturday morning after the crushing Ambassadors claim East Coast title setback, and some let it be known they’d like to see By Ken Lay Saturday, March 16 at Lib- scored 25 points for Knox- Fairfax 47-28 before win- I asked of them. Pearl come back and lead erty University. The team ville in the title game and ning three straight tilts “We started with six girls their program once again. LYNCHBURG, Va.--- They is comprised of Knox- is one of the area’s top against Upstate Home and one quit. A couple of The reaction wasn’t sur- don’t have a home gym ville area home school scorers. She averaged 21 School (South Carolina), the girls, who had played prising, and only got worse but that didn’t stop the students. They played all points per game against Lighthouse Christian, before, felt sorry for the after a first-round NIT loss Knoxville Ambassadors their games on the road some stiff KIL competition Surry County and Low girls. So they came out at home to Mercer. girls basketball team from because they have no this season. County Prep. and played. We only had Pearl, who led the Vols winning an East Coast place to call a permanent The Ambassadors, who “This is the most fun seven girls, so we didn’t into March Madness six Regional Championship home. lost their first game at Lib- that I’ve had in coach- have enough to scrim- years in a row and had recently. They went 21-14 this erty, bounced back to win ing,” said first-year coach mage.” them only a free throw or The Ambassadors season and played the three consecutive games Glenn Worley, a long time Worley added that his two away from the Final regional home school bulk of the season with in impressive fashion. teacher and coach at Rule team prided itself on Four in 2009-10 before get- title with a 45-29 victory just seven players. Knoxville dropped a first- High School. “These girls a stifling man-to-man ting into hot water with the over Low County Prep on Junior Ashley Jackson round pool play game to tried to do everything that Continue on page 3 NCAA, has just one season left to serve on his three- year show-cause before he can be hired again with no strings attached. Pearl, I believe, will coach Rams cap a ‘wonderful season’ in again someday. Wheth- er it’s UT or not is another question. As for the Tennessee basketball at Grace Christian job, the ball right now is By Steve Williams Matt Mercer, summing up Grace first-ever win in the region tour- with an 11-1 record. in Cuonzo’s court. And it A lot of basketball games were Christian’s overall success. ney, they went on to beat Oliver Duggins, Hensley and D’Anna should be. won by Grace Christian Academy Grace Christian’s girls (23-10) Springs 48-38 in the finals with Johnson earned All-District 3-A If Martin’s team is suc- this past season, and it wasn’t set a school record for victories, Duggins’ 16 points leading the regular season honors. Kather- cessful next season and just the boys high school team, swept District 3-A titles and also way. Their tourney run ended with ine Griffith joined those three in gets in the Big Dance, Pearl which advanced to the TSSAA captured the Region 2-A champi- a 45-25 loss to Hampton in the being named to the district and will most likely entertain state tournament, that was suc- onship without a senior on their state sectionals. region all-tourney teams. offers from other schools. cessful. roster. In early February, Coach Paul Grace Christian Academy’s But if Martin’s third team Grace Christian’s girls high GCA freshman standout Sydney Pridemore’s Lady Rams clinched boys and girls middle school fails to reach expectations, school team had a record-set- Duggins was named Most Valu- the regular season district cham- teams won district titles, and you can bet there will be ting year and GCA’s boys and able Player in the district and pionship by turning back Tel- Coach Billy Wilson’s boys squad loud cries for a new coach, girls middle school squads also region tournaments. She scored lico Plains 61-58. Junior guard also went on to claim the TMSAA and Pearl would deserve enjoyed banner seasons in 2012- 19 points to lead the Lady Rams Lauren Hensley and sophomore East Tennessee Sectional Class strong consideration. 13. past Midway 49-35 in the dis- guard Bethany Hunt each scored A championship, finishing with a Flat out dismissing the “It was a wonderful season,” trict championship game. After 14 points to share scoring honors possibility of Pearl once said high school boys head coach the Grace girls notched their as Grace completed district play Continue on page 2 Continue on page 3 PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 A Week To Forget For The Vols By Alex Norman “I’m not angry, I’m season. Florida, Mis- care of business and played a lot an opportu- think that as a coach we On Sunday, March upset for our guys,” said souri, and SEC tourna- don’t leave any doubt.” nity to play the game,” were right there, and it 17th, the Tennessee Vols Vols head coach Cuonzo ment champion Ole Miss The consolation prize said Martin. “But it’s not did not happen, so when got together to watch the Martin. “Because when were the only teams from for the Vols was one easy. We do our jobs it does not happen it NCAA Selection Sunday you make the state- the conference to make more chance to play as coaches, we get our takes a lot out of you as a program on CBS, hoping ment on national TV that the dance. Martin dis- at Thompson-Boling guys ready to play but player when you are trying to hear their name called. Tennessee down the putes the notion that Arena. Last Wednes- you like to think once the to get up for a game.” The decision to gather stretch didn’t play (qual- the league was infe- day they hosted Mercer ball is tipped, it is just “I mean our season is in private, away from the ity teams) you play Ken- rior in 2012-2013. in the National Invita- basketball, but that is over. If anything, it’s just media would prove to be tucky, you play Missouri “You say the SEC is tion Tournament (NIT). easier said than done.” more disappointed for a smart one, because you beat them you play down all of a sudden the Leading up to the Those words were pro- the seniors,” said Vols the video of this team Florida you beat them, perception becomes real- game, the Vols tried phetic. The Vols were point guard Trae Golden. having their hearts you play (Texas) A&M ity,” said Martin. “How is to use the NCAA snub not motivated, and “Those are really good ripped out would have when they were a bubble the league down when as motivation. it showed in a 75-67 guys, and for them to been tough to watch. team at their place you you have 9 teams in the “I’m still mad about it loss to the Bears. have to go out like this, Tennessee was not beat them… you play top 100 in the RPI, and and I’m gonna be mad “I think if you look I think that’s probably chosen to be a part of LSU at your home and the only team that had about it for a while,” said around the country at what hurts the most.” the field of 68. Instead, beat them… we played more was the Big East? Vols guard Jordan McRae. teams who were on the The good news for Middle Tennessee the games that were pre- But to finish as strong as “But as long as you are cusp of getting into the Tennessee is that they State, LaSalle and St. sented to us and we won we did the league must a player and you love the NCAA tournament and should return most Mary’s were among the nine of our last eleven, not have been down game no matter what you you do not make it, that of their key players teams that got to experi- so I don’t buy that.” because we were beating are playing, what tour- is one thing that can next year, and Jeronne ence March Madness. The Vols believed that up on each other. When nament it is, you have happen for your guys,” Maymon, who was sup- For the second straight they did enough to earn you leave it to human an opponent and refer- said Martin after the posed to be their best year, the Vols were a spot in the NCAA tour- hands to make that deci- ees, you gotta play.” game. “It is emotionally player, will return from probably one win shy nament. But there were sion, a ten man (NCAA “Hopefully we can play taxing, you felt like you injury. But that prob- of the tournament. many questions about tournament) commit- some different guys that are right there, and I think ably won’t make the off The disappoint- the strength of the South- tee to make that deci- have some energy, play more so with this year as season go any quicker. ment stung… a lot. eastern Conference this sion… we gotta take some guys that haven’t opposed to last year… I

Bulldogs walk to first district win By Ken Lay Chambers relieved Ser- A bases-loaded walk rano, who gave up just two spelled victory for the hits, and walked Pritchett Bearden High School’s to end the game. baseball team Tuesday For nearly four innings, night. Serrano and Thomas were The Bulldogs bats locked in a scoreless tie made little noise but first until Bearden took a 1-0 baseman Chris Pritch- lead in the bottom of the ett’s base on balls in fourth with one out. the bottom of the sev- Zack Messing started enth netted Bearden a the rally with a walk. He 3-2 District 4-AAA vic- then stole second and tory over rival Farragut swiped third and came before a packed house home when Farragut third at Phil Garner Field. baseman couldn’t handle “I’ve never been hap- the throw from catcher pier to get a walk in my Brett Hagenow. life,” said Pritchett, who The Admirals (1-2, 1-1) drew the game-winning answered with a run in walk off Admirals’ reliever the top of the fifth. Alex Chase Chambers. “Every Schuettler reached on a senior on our team would one-out single. He took want to be in this situa- second on an error and tion and luckily for me, I advanced to third on a got this chance. wild pitch. He scored Bearden (2-3 overall, when Jammer Strickland 1-1 in the district) got reached on an error. the tying run when Far- The Admirals took a ragut starter Kyle Ser- 2-1 lead in the top of the rano walked sophomore seventh when Schuettler, Connor Cameron with the who went 3-for-3, led off bases loaded and plated the inning with a home

Elijah Helton. run. Kara Mckamey Photography Until the seventh, Ser- “He had my number,” Grace Christian Academy’s Trey Stewart and head coach Matt Mercer celebrate after a state sectional win at Hampton. rano was masterful. He Thomas said of Farragut’s With the victory, the Rams earned a berth in the TSSAA state tournament. Stewart, the team’s lone senior this season, finished with 16 strike- No. 9 hitter. signed with Bryan College last week. outs. He opened the final The Admirals squan- frame by fanning pinch dered scoring opportuni- hitter Tavis Shuler. ties early. Farragut had Then, things really got its leadoff hitter reach crazy. in the second, third and Rams cap a ‘wonderful season’ in Helton legged out an fourth innings only to infield single and stole see Thomas wiggle out second. Pinch hitter of jams. basketball at Grace Christian Tommy Kolinski then “It all comes down to walked on four pitches. the fact that we just didn’t Cont. from page 1 I think we peaked at the them to have to travel for junior shooting guard Brock Vaughn, another execute,” Buckner said. 22-2 record. right time.” their sub-state contest. Andrew Byram, junior post pinch hitter, struck out Bearden’s Avery Quil- GCA’s Ben Andrews was Grace earned its trip to Shooting guard Trey Tim Morris and 6-4 fresh- before Farragut coach len entered to pitch named the Most Valuable the state by winning on the Stewart was Grace’s lone man post John Holland. Matt Buckner opted to after Schuettler’s sev- Player in the ET section- road in the state section- senior and the team’s lead- Prior to coming to Grace, intentionally walk Bull- enth inning round-trip- al and teammates Chase als. ing scorer for the season, Mercer was girls head dog leadoff hitter Lane per. The Bearden reliev- Kuerschen, C.J. Get- “They just played their averaging 16 points and coach at Fulton for four Thomas to load the er slammed the door to tlefinger, Connor Arnold guts out,” said Mercer, five rebounds. He is expect- seasons (2003-07) and bases. pick up the win. and Benjamin Conner recalling the 71-65 vic- ed to sign with Bryan Col- boys head coach at Cen- “I walked Thomas and “This was a typical made the all-tournament tory at Hampton, a small lege, said Mercer. tral for three years (2007- I probably shouldn’t have Bearden-Farragut game,” team. In winning the dis- upper East Tennessee Luke Shepherd, a 6-1 10). done that,” Buckner said. Bulldogs coach John Rice trict, Kuerschen was MVP school long known for its post/forward “with guard Mercer’s first year at “He’s a great player and I said. “It came down to the and Andrews and Arnold basketball tradition, which skills,” according to his Grace, where he’s campus took my chances with the last pitch. received all-tourney rec- includes a 1960 TSSAA coach, averaged 20 points pastor, was 2010-11. next guy [Cameron]. “This was a big win for ognition. state title. in post-season play, and “I felt called to be there,” “I’ll take the blame for us. Barry Hale and Lecia “It was a Hoosiers-type Mercer believes he could said Mercer. “He has con- that.” Watson were co-coach- atmosphere, very intense. be in the running for Soph- firmed that call many es of GCA’s girls middle But our guys were used to omore of the Year honors. times.” school team. it.” Other starters for the About a week after Mercer’s Rams put the The Rams also had Rams were junior post coming to Grace, news hit cherry on top by advanc- played in boisterous envi- guard Tanner Hill, junior that GCA was being put on ing to the state tourney ronments in district and wing Nathan Silver and probation by TSSAA and in Murfreesboro, where region tournaments. After junior forward Matt Hol- that meant Mercer’s team they saw their second-half winning the District 3-A land, who averaged 15 would be ineligible for post- comeback bid come up regular season title, they points in tourney play. season play for two years. short in a 54-46 quarter- lost to Harriman 71-51 in Caleb Walker, a junior, “I was disappointed, but final loss to Richland. the district tourney finals played about 50 percent we would move forward,” “This team probably at Midway. They also lost of the time at point guard, recalled Mercer. went further than most to Wartburg 79-71 in the said Mercer. Other key During the two-year ban, expected,” said Mercer. Region 2-A tourney finals reserves included soph- Grace was 18-7 and 22-5. “We only had one senior. at Harriman, which forced omore wing Kobe Kelley, PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C3 Several area girls receive Bobcats shut out South Doyle 2-0 all-state soccer honors By Ken Lay everything in his path. and we’re pretty quick. their second marker in By Ken Lay Central missed an “South Doyle is a well- the 58th minute. M.J. Dennis Lindsay said. Central High School early chance when a coached team and I’m Sheriff scored off an Several area high The trio of Lady Admi- kept its perfect soccer shot on goal was inad- pretty happy with the way assist from Zach Haaland. school girls soccer play- rals was honored Tues- season intact with a 2-0 vertently blocked by that we played tonight.” The Cherokees have ers received All-State day night in a halftime victory over South Doyle a Bobcat attacker. Wise, who had certainly bitten by the injury bug honors recently. ceremony at Farragut’s Wednesday night at Dan The home team, how- had plenty to be pleased this season but put up a In Class AAA, Farragut boys soccer game against Y. Boring Stadium. ever, didn’t stay off the with on this night, knows valiant effort at Central. had three juniors named Hardin Valley Academy. The Bobcats, which scoreboard long. The that his team has some “The kids played hard,” to the team as forward Other area Class AAA had a pair of 4-1 victo- Bobcats (3-0) scored in tough matches looming. Cherokees coach Pat- Katie Cloud, midfield- selections included ries over Berean Chris- the 23rd minute when “We have a long way rick McLemore said. er Katie Beuerlein and Hardin Valley Academy tian and Carter in the Abid Saafa chipped the to go from where we’re “We’re still adjusting. defender Josie Jennings forward Ellie Myrick and 2013 campaign’s open- ball past Cherokees’ net- at,” Wise said. “We have “We’ve had some inju- were selected. Hawks goalkeeper Jordan ing week, recorded their minder Aaron McCullough Powell coming up after ries in the back and Cloud scored 22 goals Beets. first shutout in their mid- and into the back of spring break and they’ve we’re a little tight in per- and had 10 assists for Catholic midfielders week match against the South Doyle net. been scoring goals by the sonnel but we played the Lady Admirals, who Molly Dwyer and Kathryn the Cherokees (0-2). From there, Central buckets, I understand. for 80 [minutes].” have reached the State Culhane were also named South Doyle opened controlled the tempo Central, which hosted The Bobcats, who out- Tournament each of the to the squad. Wednesday’s game with and had several shots Sevier County Friday shot South Doyle 9-4, last two seasons. In Class A/AA, state an early shot that was stopped by McCullough. night (results were not had a pair of late goals Beuerlein, who scored finalist Christian Acade- saved by junior goal- “We controlled the ball available at press time) disallowed. One was nul- 23 goals and dished out my of Knoxville had four keeper Corey Plont. and we passed it pretty has a week off before lified by a questionable seven helpers, was also players achieve All-State The Cherokees well,” Bobcats’ coach facing the Panthers. offsides call. The other named All-American. Jen- honors as goalkeeper had some opportuni- Russ Wise said. “We The Bobcats kept apply- was ruled out-of-bounds. nings, a University of Ten- Maggie Piety, forward ties but Plont stopped kept our shape tonight ing pressure and scored nessee commitment, was Laura Morse were select- also named All-American, ed, along with midfielder anchored a defense that Laura Foster and defend- recorded 17 shutouts in er Melissa Garvey. 25 matches. In Division II-A: The “The good thing about Webb Lady Spartans had this is that all these girls two All-State selections in The ball is in Cuonzo’s court, are juniors and we’ll goalkeeper Liz Newsome get them all back next and midfielder Evey Sat- but Pearl is not far away season,” Farragut coach terfield. Cont. from page 1 the elder Pearl as “Bruce” – not dad an eight-year show-cause, which again coaching Tennessee, as some – which I thought was the appropri- expired in 2004. He now coaches Ambassadors claim believe to be the case, would be ate thing to do in his professional at Morgan State University, which is just as wrong as pulling for Martin role as a sportscaster. located in Baltimore. Morgan State to fail. Steven added that he thought both won the Mideastern Athletic Con- East Coast title In 17 month from now, Pearl will Pearl and Martin were good coaches ference (MEAC) title to earn a NCAA Cont. from page 1 “I never thought that I have paid in full for his NCAA sins. with different styles. tournament berth in 2009. defense. would get the opportunity It’s very likely he would return to the Coach Pearl reminded many fans Pearl, who turned 53 on March 18, “They played great to coach again. I know the game not only re-energized, but more of former Tennessee coach Ray still resides and works in Knoxville. In defense,” he said. “We kids got a lot from this but righteous than ever before. Mears when he arrived in 2005 and August of 2011 he accepted a posi- played a man-to-man and I probably got more.” As for this debate, which is cer- brought instant success to a strug- tion as Vice President of Market- the girls really took pride Worley might’ve enjoyed tain to intensify, let me first say I gling UT program. You probably ing for the Knoxville wholesaler, H.T. in it. the season but he noted hope Coach Martin, whose current remember where you were the Sat- Hackney. He also currently serves “They hustled and there that not having a home contract runs through the 2015-16 urday afternoon Bruce’s Vols went to as an occasional analyst for college were some college play- gym was tough and frank- season, succeeds as UT’s coach. Austin and stunned the Texas Long- basketball on ESPN. ers they were competitive. ly, unjust. He’s already a winner as a man, the horns, the No. 2 ranked team in the Martin, 41, is an up and comer in It was just a great experi- “For us to get a gym kind you would want your son to have nation. That was the beginning of a the coaching ranks but hasn’t seen ence.” in the school system, we as a coach. And as a UT fan myself, very special time in Tennessee men’s the kind of success that Pearl did, yet. Team members includ- have to lease it for $40 I don’t want to see our Vols continue basketball. His first two Tennessee teams com- ed: Jackson, Olivia Fleen- an hour,” he said. “These to not be a part of March Madness, But you probably also remember bined for a 39-28 overall record and or, Adaya Kirk, Kaitlin kids pay taxes just like all which is probably what will have to that Friday afternoon in September 21-13 mark in the SEC but landed in Bradley, Alyssa Krismor, the other kids and they happen for the coaching vacancy to of 2010 when Coach Pearl acknowl- the NIT, not the Big Dance. Emily Harrell and Tori should have a place to occur. edged NCAA violations stemming Prior to his arrival at UT, Martin Costa. play.” Coincidentally, a new radio sports from a barbecue at his home in the made significant progress in his Two Knoxville Ambassa- The Ambassadors are talk show debuted on 1180 AM the summer of 2008. That unexpected three years at Missouri State and dors middle school players a team without a home. morning after the Vols’ NCAA bub- press conference was the beginning led the Bears to the Missouri Valley played at Liberty as eighth That, however, may soon ble-popping loss to Alabama, star- of the end of his highly successful Conference regular season title in grader Camri Carbough change. Worley said that ring non other than Steven Pearl, son coaching run at UT. his third season. That team (26-9, and sixth grader Morgan he plans to meet with of the former UT head coach and a Pearl lied to the NCAA about an 15-3) lost in the MVC tourney finals Carbough appeared in Knox County Mayor Tim walk-on who played for his dad from impermissible visit by junior prospect and wound up in the NIT even though tournament games. Burchett about moving 2007-11. It certainly will be interest- Aaron Craft, who is now the point it had a RPI of 44. Knoxville, which prac- into the abandoned old ing, I thought, to hear how Steven guard at Ohio State, and also tried to Expectations could be high for ticed three days a week at Rule High School gym. reacts to callers when they bring up cover it up. His lies elevated a minor Cuonzo and the Vols next season, the Emerald Youth Foun- If that fails to work out, the topic of the day. violation to major. They also eventu- if all players, including All-SEC first- dation Gymnasium, truly then the Emerald Youth I got to listen to the first half of ally cost him his job and led to the teamer Jordan McRae and second- had a magical season and Foundation has offered a the two-hour show, and I must say I three-year show-cause, which will team honoree Jarnell Stokes, return brought plenty of its new place for the team to prac- was impressed with how the young expire in August of 2014. and signee Robert Hubbs lives up to coach. tice. The Ambassadors host handled himself. No sign of ner- Pearl could become just the his billing. A healthy veteran Jeronne Worley, 73, returned to will hang their champion- vousness could be detected on my second Division 1 men’s basketball Maymon also will be back. Of course, coaching this season fol- ship banner there. end of the airwaves. His first two coach to get another head coach- with high expectations comes the lowing the death of his Worley enjoyed seeing guests were Jimmy Dykes of ESPN ing post in the college ranks after pressure to succeed. wife, Alice, who battled his players develop in bas- and former Vol teammate Dane Brad- serving a NCAA show-cause, which Add to that the proverbial elephant Alzheimer’s. She passed ketball but he takes pride shaw. in effect means being blackballed in the Ray Mears Room at Thomp- away in May. in their personal spiritual Steven chuckled about it only from coaching for the duration of the son-Boling Arena. This elephant is “My wife died in May growth. taking until the third caller before penalty. special. He has two trunks. One con- and until then, I was here “We had devotions in being questioned about his dad Todd Bozeman, former California tains an orange sport coat, orange 24 hours a day,” he said. practice and that’s one of possibly returning to coach the Vols coach, was the first. Bozeman had suspenders and souvenirs from a “After she died, I knew the things that I’m most someday. paid for a player’s parents to watch number of past NCAA tourney stops. that I was going to have proud of,” he said. “I got “Be careful what you wish for,” their son play and lied about it to I suspect he has fond memories of trouble with the long to see a lot of spiritual answered Steven, who referred to the school and NCAA. He received good days at UT, too. nights. growth in these girls.” PAGE C4 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 Arts & Entertainment FCAC Annual Garden Party Benefit Luncheon 2013 By Sylvia Williams Art Museum Announces Spring Both a Silent and a This year’s Fountain Live Auction will feature City Art Center Garden framed painting, photo- Party Luncheon and Auc- graphs, a Terry Chandler Series of ‘Alive After Five’ tion Benefit will be held giclee, pottery, exquisite The Knoxville Museum of Jenna Jefferson gathered on Saturday, May 11, handmade and vintage Art announces the spring Her Cool Friends - Michael 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. jewelry, a week of class- series of Alive After Five, “Crawdaddy” Crawley (har- in the Gardens of Ginger es at John C. Campbell premiering with the Brad monica/vocals) “Detroit” and Bill Baxter at 3901 Folk School, hand paint- Walker Orchestra featur- Dave Meer (guitar/vocals), Sam Cooper Lane. The ed flower pots organized ing Valerie Duke on Friday, Keith Ford (rhythm guitar/ Gardens were featured in by Christine Harness, a March 29, from 6:00 to vocals), Glyn Loyd (bass/ the March 2012 edition Bob Meadows handmade 8:30 p.m. vocals), Kevin Redding of Southern Living, and book with his original This year’s spring series (drums), and Ben Maney everyone is all a buzz with watercolor illustrations, will present five shows (keyboards/vocals) - for excitement! All the pro- and much, much more. scattered over eight a Blues Cruise on the ceeds from luncheon tick- You do not have to be a weeks, from March 29 to river, and a very cool new ets, $35 per person, and Fountain City Art Center May 17. The series pre- blues band with an all-star Live and Silent Auction member to attend. Ladies miers with the Brad Walker lineup was born. In less sales benefit programs at and gentleman alike are Orchestra, who perform than three years together, the Art Center. Call 865- invited! Ladies frequent- the music made famous by they have become Knox- 357-ARTS or email fcart- ly wear hats and summer Glenn Miller, Benny Good- ville’s most popular Blues [email protected] if you frocks to the event. Table man, Artie Shaw, Harry band, playing for apprecia- would like more informa- hostesses compete for James, and more. Band- tive audiences everywhere tion or would like to make prizes for the best theme leader and trombonist, they go. Two years ago, reservations for the lun- and the best decorat- Brad Walker, started play- they represented Knoxville cheon for $35 per guest. ed table. The luncheon ing trombone at the age at the International Blues Invitations are available tables and auction items The Brad Walker Orchestra featuring Valerie Duke will of eight and began play- Challenge in Memphis and at the Center or can be are under large tents pro- open “Alive After Five” on Friday, March 29, ing professionally at six- made it to the semi-finals mailed or emailed to your vided by the hosts, Ginger teen in local jazz and Dix- in competition with 118 with his virtuoso assort- WhatsHotKnox.com. For friends and relatives at and Bill Baxter. Guests ieland groups. Later on, other bands, and more ment of violin, mandolin, more information about your request. Forty tables are encouraged to roam he played with the Tommy recently they played for a trumpet, and accordion. the Alive After Five series, for up to 8 people are the extensive and elabo- Dorsey Orchestra, led by packed house at “Alive into The snappy rhythm sec- please contact Michael Gill available. Credit cards will rate Baxter Gardens. The Buddy Morrow, and also 2013!” the New Year’s Eve tion is led by Jon Whitlock at (865) 934-2039. be accepted at the event! Baxters’ property com- the Ray Anthony Orches- party at the KMA. on drums with Chris Zuhr The 2013 Spring Series The musical entertain- mands a breath-taking tra. In 2003, he founded One of the all-time on upright bass. The group Schedule for “Alive After ment at the May lun- view of the City and of the the Brad Walker Orches- favorites at Alive After mixes their original songs Five”: cheon will be by “The mountains to the south, tra, a 15-piece big band Five, Boys’ Night Out, will with thoughtfully arranged (all shows 6:00-8:30 Ben Maney Trio.” The Live perfectly visible from the consisting of five saxo- perform on April 26. This jazz standards, western p.m.) Auction will be conduct- Garden Party setting. The phones, three trombones, eleven-member band was swing, and classic country March 29 – Brad Walker ed by Ken “Fabulo Fren- Gardens include a lotus three trumpets, bass, organized in 1983 with for a sound they call “Ten- Orchestra featuring Valerie zini” Clayton and Charles pool, a water lily pool, piano, drums and female the goal of recreating the nessee swing.” In addition Duke Big band swing E. Williams, Jr. Gourmet numerous fountains, stat- vocalist. The BWO musi- authentic performances of to headlining many shows, April 12 – Soulfinger sandwiches will be pro- uary, hundreds of exotic cians have performed with the Rhythm & Blues and Christabel & The Jons has Rhythm & Blues and funk vided by Jeff Patin of the trees, shrubs and flow- the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Carolina beach music that also performed at numer- April 19 – Jenna & Her Creamery Park Grill on ers, a gazebo, running Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, had been extremely pop- ous festivals, including Cool Friends Blues Hotel Avenue in Foun- streams, and a maze! Ray Anthony, Ray Charles, ular in the south during Bele Chere, Bonnaroo, Riv- April 26 – Boys’ Night Out tain City. Salads and des- The Fountain City Art Chet Atkins, Frank Sina- the late 1960s. Their first erbend, and Sundown in Carolina beach music serts will be provided by Center considers the lun- tra, Andy Williams, Liber- public performance was the City. May 17 – Christabel & various FCAC members cheon its premier event ace and more. Vocalist at the Oak Ridge Azalea Alive After Five is a The Jons “Tennessee and by the Fountain City of the year. If you have Valerie Duke, former lead Festival in 1984, and they unique live music series Swing” Art Guild. A cash bar will never attended, you’re female vocalist of the have played a busy sched- presented on thirty or be available as well. missing a lot of fun! world famous Glenn Miller ule ever since. Boys’ Night more Fridays per year in Orchestra, is one of the top Out has provided musical four seasonal series. The big band vocalists on the back-up for R&B greats programs take place in scene today, performing Percy Sledge (When a Man the smoke-free, casual- the songs made famous Loves a Woman), Archie ly elegant setting of the by the big band greats Bell (Do the Tighten-Up), Great Hall in the Knoxville such as Rosemary Cloo- and Clifford Curry (She Museum of Art. There is a ney, Judy Garland, Helen Shot a Hole in My Soul); live band on stage, seating O’Connell, Peggy Lee and and has opened shows for at tables, two cash bars, many others. The Judds, The Oak Ridge food from area restau- Two weeks later, on Boys, The Platters, The rants, free freshly popped April 12, the second show Impressions, Marcia Ball, popcorn, free parking, of the series features the The Tams, and more. and a licensed therapeu- Rhythm & Blues, soul, The spring series con- tic masseuse available. and funk of Soulfinger, cludes on May 17 with the Audience members can performing songs made first “homecoming” per- enjoy listening to music, famous by Sam Cooke, formance by Christabel & dancing, and browsing the Otis Redding, B. B. King, The Jons since bandlead- museum’s art galleries. James Brown, and more. er/songwriter/vocalist/ Admission to the spring This seven-member band guitarist Christa DeCic- series premier of Alive is led by charismatic vocal- co moved to the Virgin After Five is $10 for gen- ist and keyboard/harmon- Islands last fall. With a eral admission and $6 for ica player, Tim Spencer, voice as smooth and sweet museum members and col- and features a sharp horn as cherry ice cream, she lege students with ID. Ages section along with guitar, has earned a reputation 17 and under are admit- bass, and drums. as one of the southeast’s ted free. Alive After Five The April 19th show fea- finest laid-back jazz sing- is sponsored by Cherokee tures the classic blues of ers. Multi-instrumentalist Distributing Company, East Jenna & Her Cool Friends. Seth Hopper adds color- Tennessee PBS, Metro In 2010, vivacious vocalist ful ambiance to the songs Pulse, WDVX-89.9FM, and

Pellissippi State presents ‘What Dance Moves?’ faculty lecture March 21 The Faculty Lecture Series at Pellissippi is not a dance history lecture. And it prom- State Community College features a range ises to be visual. of presentations, from history and hobbits For the last few months, she has viewed to Shakespeare and economics. and collected several video clips for her Finding uncharted territory in this eclec- presentation. Some of them come from tic group might not be easy, but Pellissip- the world literature classes she has taught pi State faculty member Maggie Jenkins for many years. has done it. Jenkins has an ideal background for this “What Dance Moves?” brings audienc- lecture. She earned a master’s degree in es of the Faculty Lecture Series a fresh English from the University of Tennessee subject and gives Jenkins a rare venue to in 1972 and followed up with a master’s talk about how her art form has impact- degree in dance from UT in 1982. While ed society. teaching English literature and composi- The event is Thursday, March 21, 12:30- tion, she also performed with dance com- 1:30 p.m. in the Goins Building Auditorium panies and ran a dance studio. on the Hardin Valley Campus. She has always seen her vocation and “I have focused on how dance interacts avocation as complementary, with each with, shapes and sometimes downright experience informing the other. controls community values throughout For more information, go to www. history, political movements, social con- pstcc.edu/arts or call (865) 694-6400. cerns,” said Jenkins. To request accommodations for a dis- The scope of the lecture is broad, begin- ability, contact the executive director of ning with the dithyrambs of ancient Greece Human Resources and Affirmative Action and moving toward dance in the 21st cen- for Pellissippi State at (865) 694-6607 or tury. Jenkins does offer one caveat: This [email protected]. March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D1

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Christian precepts which great scholastic theo- recently predicted that Scientists such as Francis extend to our laws, our logian Thomas Aquinas in five years American Collins, the head of the sense of virtue and our sought to merge faith churches will return to Human Genome Project, moral behavior. People in and observational real- people’s homes where converted to Christian- other parts of the world ity. Aquinas even devel- churches began 2000 ity after studying Christ’s don’t have the same pre- oped a hierarchy of laws years ago. Many eschew word. Similar conver- cepts we take for grant- for doing so. He held denominational struc- sions occurred in athe- ed. Even the notion of that God’s Universal Law ture because of bureau- ists like C. S. Lewis and individual freedom is less was preeminent. Under- cracy and doctrinal argu- Lee Stroble after observ- important in some cul- neath is Divine Law such ments. The expert may ing Christ’s reasoned tures, and becoming less as the Ten Command- be correct. We observe message and love. relevant in 21st century ments. Next is Natural schisms within the Ameri- As I look at my grand- America. Fundamental Law, the realm where can Episcopal and Pres- son Oakley asleep in my to our sense of self is the biology and physics of the byterian Churches, and arms after a bottle, I now An Easter Missive Christian perspective that universe are operative. the disintegration of the finally understand in part each of us is unique and Lowest on the hierarchy Methodist Church is soon the transformative con- I must admit that for celebrate their deliv- precious and loved by The are the edicts of Man to follow. I believe much cept of unconditional me the biggest celebra- ery from destruction. Creator of the Universe. called positive law. An sectarian controversy love and unearned grace. tion of the year is Christ- Twenty centuries We celebrate Jesus’ sac- example is a speed limit. stems from the transla- The Apostle Paul was a mas. However, in Chris- ago the Prophet Jesus rifice and His gift of Grace Taken to the extreme, tion of a Greek word in Jew’s Jew, a Pharisee, a tian liturgical circles it entered Jerusalem to at Easter each year, and modern man operates Acts Chapter 2 which Roman citizen, and a phi- is Easter, and in Jewish celebrate Passover hopefully everyday of only within positive law comes down to us as “fel- losopher. He said, “We tradition it is Pass- and to fulfill his desti- life. Interestingly, medi- and nature’s law, dis- lowship.” Was The Way of see in a mirror dimly,” over. These celebra- ny. He would be false- cal studies have shown counting any faith based Christ a path of individu- (incompletely). And in tions coincide and com- ly charged, beaten sav- that a spiritual perspec- perspective. Interest- al revelation and a trans- that same letter to the memorate life and death agely, and then crucified tive is actually a health- ingly, the ancient Greek formed life, or was the Corinthians he concluded events that still transform as an enemy of Rome ier outlook to embrace philosopher Protagoras intent institutional revela- that the greatest force in people and the world. and the Jewish establish- than existentialism. crowed, “Man is the mea- tion? Was the purpose the Universe is not faith The Bible is the great- ment. Several years ago Christianity is a pow- sure of all things.” What to change the world from or even hope; it is Love. est extant recorded his- I saw Mel Gibson’s movie erful vision and spread hubris (arrogant pride)! the inside out or from tory of a people. Recall The Passion of Christ. It in the Roman Empire to Apparently he forgot the top down through the that three and half millen- was a disturbing vision such an extent that it the Psalmist’s wisdom, institutional social, eco- nia ago the Jewish people of human cruelty and became the state reli- “Pride goeth before the nomic and environmen- had been enslaved by made me reflect on the gion in 381 AD. The his- fall.” In my sixty-two tal justice movements? the Egyptians for four notion of Good Friday. torian Will Durant once years I’ve acquired some This week I’m trying to hundred years. Moses However, Jesus’ life was observed that “Christ degree of wisdom. I can focus on bigger issues led them out of bond- a reversal of the status conquered Caesar;” it tell you that extremes than science or medicine age after a series of quo, and in three days just took 300 years. of positions are often or politics or doctrinal plagues, culminating Jesus Christ arose from The Middle Ages are wrong. Einstein seems arguments. Jesus lived; with the death of all first death and offered salva- known to us as the Age to agree observing, “Reli- even the Jesus Seminar born in Egypt. It is writ- tion and eternal life to of Faith where truth was gion without science is acknowledges this his- ten that God’s angel of all followers of The Way. revealed through faith. blind, but science with- torical fact. His mes- death “passed over” These days, we take However, by the 1200s it out religion is lame.” sage was shocking to the the Hebrew households so much for granted, and was increasingly evident “The Times They Are religious experts of his Do you have a question for delivering them from the this includes our heri- that reason and obser- a-Changin,” sang Bob day and undeniably his Dr. Ferguson? death around them, and tage. Our Western Cul- vations of the world also Dylan in 1964, and it is message has fundamen- Please e-mail him at to this day Jewish people ture is based on Judeo- gave practical truths. The so true today. An expert tally changed the world. [email protected].

Local twelve year old serves as ambassador for Knoxville Tour De Cure Free health screenings and information for all at Health Fair The American Dia- Diabetes Association. He Everyone is invited to attend the obstacles and offer the free screen- the event. Parking at the YMCA is betes Association has has already gotten his Knoxville 100 Health Fair, Your ings and health information to every free. The following health screen- announced 12-year old friends involved in Asso- Health is in Your Hands, from 9 a.m. man, woman and child in our com- ings and information will be avail- Luke Guinn as their youth ciation events as well as – Noon on Saturday, March 30 at the munity in need of a better under- able during The Knoxville 100 Health ambassador for their helped them learn more Cansler Family YMCA, located at 616 standing of their general health.” Fair: Tour de Cure bike ride at about his type I diabe- Jessamine Street in Knoxville. This Bradley attributed the event’s suc- • Blood pressure screenings World’s Fair Park on Sat- tes. He and his family community-wide health fair brings cess to the teamwork and commit- • HIV testing urday, June 8, 2013. “In also raised more than free health screenings and health ment to the health in the community • Affordable medical options for the beginning we were $1,000 for last year’s information to those who need it the by 100 Black Men of Greater Knox- seniors all overwhelmed. I was Tour de Cure, all within most. ville and the multiple health provid- • Bone density scared that I was not two weeks. Luke loves Now in its seventh year, the health ers in Knoxville who participate in • Ask-a-doctor going to be able to be a being active and telling fair is the creation of 100 Black Men the expo each year. • Ask-a-dentist normal kid, but I that’s stories about his expe- of Greater Knoxville, Inc. and is spon- “It’s so important for everyone to • Cardiac rhythm interpretation not true. Diabetes might riences. He also par- sored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of have a baseline understanding of • Body fat testing be something I have but ticipates in the Tennes- Tennessee Community Trust, The their personal health situation,” said • Comfort/palliative care it is not something that see Camp for Diabetic University of Tennessee Medical Jim Ragonese in the public relations • Peripheral artery disease defines who I am,” said Children each summer, Center and United Healthcare Com- department at UT Medical Center screening Guinn. where kids do outdoor munity Plan. Organizers stress that and a volunteer on the Knoxville 100 • Kidney health As the 2013 Tour de activities by the lake and everyone, regardless of age, race or Health Fair committee. “This health • Pulse oximetry Cure Ambassador, Guinn participate in a wellness gender, is encouraged to attend. fair brings together healthcare • Grip strength testing helps to motivate and class to learn more about “We know there are many individ- experts who will provide the valuable For more information about the recruit riders and teams diabetes management. uals in our community who lack the information and screenings so par- Knoxville 100 Health Expo, Your by sharing his personal Luke also enjoys being resources or have other reasons why ticipants can begin to take charge of Health is in Your Hands, visit online story. He will also work outside and riding his they don’t seek medical care,” said their health.” at www.100bmok.org or call (865) hand-in-hand with staff to bike. In this year’s Tour Bernard Bradley, health and wellness Light refreshments will be avail- 531-7370. create awareness about de Cure, he will be doing chair of 100 Black Men of Greater able and organizers will hold multiple the work of the American the 10-mile ride. Knoxville. “Our goal is to remove all drawings for gift cards throughout PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 Faith Counter Cultural Message There are precious few positive tele- tuning in to the latest episode, this family vision shows on the airwaves that a has captured the hearts of many people. Antiques & Collectibles Christian can endorse. What is it that is so attractive? Thankfully, there is a I think that our culture is at a decisive show that promotes point. Since the 1960’s, our American an old-fashioned mes- culture has celebrated individualism and sage that is worthy of personal freedom. We think, “I can do mention. It is the real- whatever I want, and you can’t tell me ity TV show called Duck what to do because I am supposed to be By Mark Dynasty, featuring the happy.” So with reckless abandon, we Brackney, Robertson family from have done what we have wanted to do. Minister of the West Monroe, LA. We have thumbed our nose at God, at Arlington Church The clean humor is authority, at institutions, and at the family. of Christ refreshing in an age We have downplayed marriage, having of so much filth that is children, and communities of faith. And connected to comedy. How wonderful it is we are now reaping what we have sown. to see a family with traditional values dis- We are more isolated, lonely, and dys- played in a positive way. The love of this functional than any other time period in family and the moral message of each American history, and this comes at a time episode shine in a world of fractured fami- when technology has offered a myriad lies. I believe this family has won so many of ways to connect with each other. But hearts because it feeds something that is nothing beats the connection offered by missing from this generation. To see chil- sitting around a table for dinner, giving dren, parents, and grandparents working thanks to God, and celebrating personal and sharing life together is such a wonder- relationships. Duck Dynasty concludes ful thing. For a program to show respect, each episode with these. honesty and integrity being lived out in I hope that the picture of family life business practices and in the home is a grounded on faith in God will continue to AWANA Tennessee Regional Bible Quizzing Competition, Jr. High & Sr. High Level breath of fresh air. shine in this TV show. It is a message so (Feb 15, 2013). Representing Knox Territory Trek & Journey and Sharon Baptist I truly believe what makes this show many need in their own families. I also Church: Jr High Winners 1st Place – Josh Adams (Grace Baptist Church), Andy Hudson interesting is how counter cultural it is. hope that those who have homes where (West Park Baptist Church) & Maddie Love (Grace Baptist Church), 2nd Place – Here you find the men of the Robert- this is not found will realize that the Body Austin Leiser (Trinity Chapel), Kyle Graner (Trinity Chapel), Lincoln Dillman (Grace son family with full beards and long hair of Christ is a place where this picture can Baptist church), Johnathan Raby (Sharon Baptist Church)4th Place – Caleb Merrit (reminds me of John the Baptist in how and should be lived out. Each week we (Sunnyview Baptist Church), Garrett Tallent (West Park Baptist Church), Katherine they dress and look) loving on their wives gather to celebrate the Lord’s Supper, Weakley (Basswood), Alexis Raby (Sharon Baptist Church)Coached by: Roger Kane, and children. By looking at them, you prayers are offered, and life shared in Sara Raby, Carol Weakley and Noah Goggans. Sr. High Winners 3rd Place – Coached think “Red Neck Hicks,” yet they are multi- relationship with brothers and sisters in by Steve Hudson: Cayla Graner (Trinity Chapel), Luke Lee (Calahan Rd Baptist), millionaires who are extremely intelligent. Christ. I believe the church is more rele- Abbey Hudson (West Park Baptist Church), and Robbie Tallent (West Park). With over 8 million American viewers vant now than ever. Church Happenings Beaver Ridge UMC will be Holy Communion 7:00 a.m. This service will Sunday School and Wor- Avenue Pike invites you to Special Worship Servic- Easter Activities remembering The Last be held at the Cross locat- ship Services. join us for a Good Friday es are scheduled for Thurs- Beaver Ridge United Supper. A nursery will be ed on the front church Don’t forget about Sat- Service. Enjoy choir, drama, day (Maundy Thursday) and Methodist Church (The provided for toddlers and lawn. You may bring flow- urday, March 30 at 8:30 and Communion. March Friday (Good Friday) start- Church With a Heart In the infants. ers to place on the out- a.m. You are invited to the 29 at 7:00 p.m. (865)938- ing at 7 p.m. each eve- Heart of Karns), 7753 Oak Good Friday, March 29 at side cross. There will also annual Pancake Breakfast, 2611 7212 Central Avenue ning. Ridge Hwy., welcomes you noon. This is a very quiet be Easter Worship Servic- Magic Show and Easter Pike. (865) 938-2611. Jubilation is scheduled to join us for Holy Week service with scripture read- es at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Egg Hunt! for April 21st – 23rd in King- Services: ings and prayer. Sunday School for all ages For more information Knoxville Fellowship sport at the Meadowview Maundy Thursday, March Easter Sunday, March will be at 10:00 am. Nurs- please call our office: 690- Luncheon Resort for adults aged 50+. 28 at 7:00 p.m. There 31st. Sunrise Service at ery will be provided during 1060, or see us on the The Knoxville Fellowship This year’s theme is “Grace web: www.beaverridgeumc. Luncheon will meet March & Gratitude.” Cost and com. 26, 2013 at the Golden other details available on Corral on Clinton Highway, Holston Conference web- Faith UMC at noon. Adam Robinson site. Faith UMC Annual Easter will be the guest speaker. The annual Car, Truck & Egg Hunt. Bring your Tractor Show is scheduled friends and join us on Sat- Pathways Church for Saturday, April 27. Vol- South Knoxville urday, March 30 from 10 unteers needed for many a.m. – noon for fun filled The Easter EGGstrava- necessary functions that Easter Activities. Please ganza will be held Satur- day! Contact Rev. Darren bring your baskets filled day, March 30, 11 a.m. - Kitts or Bobby Jennings. with empty eggs. Every- 1p.m. Come out for this one is welcome. 1100 Dry free event for the communi- Sharon Baptist Church Gap Pike. 865-688-1000. ty featuring a 15,000+ egg On Easter Sunday morn- [email protected] hunt, inflatables and food! ing, Sharon Baptist Church Everyone is welcome to This is a kick-off event for join us on March 30th at Pathways Church’s new will present an Easter 6 p.m. for the Watoto Chil- South Knoxville Campus drama entitled “The Story dren’s choir. This choir (located in Chapman Ford of the Lamb,” a touching has travelled internation- Crossing on Chapman Hwy. portrayal of the Passion ally since 1994 as advo- next to the Rush). of Jesus. A father relives cates for the estimated 50 his childhood experience million children in Africa, Seymour United of traveling to Jerusalem orphaned as a result of Methodist Church for the Passover, and he HIV/AIDS, war, poverty and The weekly Divorce- shares his memories of diseases. Care program will meet on the life, death and resur- Wednesday at 6 p.m. with rection of the Lamb of God Glenwood Baptist this week’s topic being, with his son. The drama Church of Powell “Facing My Depression.” is written and directed by Glenwood Baptist Church There is no fellowship Nita Buell Black, known for of Powell, 7212 Central meal or small group studies her work at the Powell Play- scheduled for Wed. evening house. The church is locat- of Holy Week. The weekly ed at 7916 Pedigo Road off Wed. fellowship meals will Emory Road; service begins resume April 10. at 10:40. PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 March 25, 2013 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D3 House to Home Antiques & Collectibles A Grand ol’ Time! Although I the digital age Although the new loca- accountability with state have worked approaching, he tion at 4109 Central of the art auction software with Fountain left the business Avenue Pike has 12,000 and a pleasant environ- City Auction as a and began work- square feet, its 250 chairs ment makes me very proud private contrac- ing for UPS, even are sometimes not enough to be a part of the team. tor since owners rising to a super- these days. From general sales to spe- Greg and Sarah visor position, at Sarah still makes the cialized internet sales, the Lawson moved the Knoxville hub best BBQ and ‘nanner Fountain City Auction crew from t heir for many years. puddin’ as always. You can accurately handle any- humble building Then, in a leap will find Greg in his usual thing from Retro to Rem- The Lucinda Heatherly Tent 3 of the Daughters of off Broadway a By Carl Sloan of faith, he chose attire of T-shirt and blue brandt. Union Veterans of the Civil War heard a presentation little over a year to join us hope- jeans and working like a My job with FCA is to see by actors representing President Abraham Lincoln, ago, I have known Greg for less addicts in the antique mule most everyday. His you for an assessment of Mary Todd Lincoln, and their son Tad. From left: many years. His story is and collectible crowd, team of dedicated, hard what you may wish to sell Becky Jolly, president; Sue Wright, Kyle Wright, and one of hard work and ded- obtained his auctioneer’s workers make it happen and a fair market value Tom Wright. ication to his family and license and held his first week after week: Rick potential. As always, there friends. auction nearly ten years Morgan, Ron McKenzie, is no charge or pressure Greg has not always ago. His first auction was Joey and Casey, Beth, Rob and I love to visit. If I can been in the auction busi- standing-room only. There Butler, Jerry Ridley and, of see your items and get ness. Few know that he is were so many people there course, Hobie Humphries you in the right auctions a professional photogra- that items had to be staged our beloved auctioneer. to maximize values then pher that has done wed- outside the building. Folks Folks, I’ve been in AA it is the right thing to do. dings and sports events would bid through the (Antiques Anonymous) for Be it one item or an entire for several years. To my front window as there was over 30 years and let me estate, I am confident knowledge, Greg had one no room inside. A bidder tell you this auction house that I can help. Simply call of the first one-day photo would have to step aside is on its way to being the Fountain City Auction at businesses in Knoxville. He from the one bathroom to finest in the Southeast. (865)604-3468 and ask worked with the city police let someone in. I was there Fountain City Auction is for Carl Sloan to return department for accident that evening and returned often the top viewed auc- your call. I am available on and crime scene photos as many times to bid or just tion in the state on auc- weekends and can usually well as just folks wanting leave my bid as it was tionzip.com. The combi- see you within a week. to see their photographs nearly impossible to get a nation of honesty, hard as soon as possible. With chair. work, credibility and

ANNOUNCEMENTS Central High School Police Department. Arnett has the The Central High School Class of unusual record of news anchor on all 1963 is looking for lost classmates three local television stations- WATE- as we prepare to celebrate our 50th TV, WBIR-TV and WVLT-TV. Arnett has Reunion this spring. If you are part been active in many local organiza- of this class and have not heard from tions and served as deacon at both the committee about the upcoming Second Presbyterian Church and “golden reunion” please email or mail Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church. your information. Email your contact His wife, Dottie, is a teacher in Knox info to: [email protected] or mail County Schools. to CHS Class of ’63, 5428 Kester- A catered breakfast will be served brooke Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37918. prior to Arnett’s Easter Holiday Beginning April 5th, the CHS remarks. Tickets are available from Choral Music Department will pres- Shannon Carey at (865) 922-4136 or ent the full-length Broadway Musical Karen Hurley at (865) 922-3946. Sue “Sweeney Todd,” licensed by Music Walker is chairperson of the event. Theatre International. The compa- ny of “Sweeney Todd” includes an Hardin Valley Academy enormous cast of 80 students plus a Hardin Valley Academy will hold full orchestra! With such a large and a Fine Arts Night on Thursday, April extremely talented cast, most of the 4 at 6 p.m. For a $15 contribution, roles have been double-, triple- and guests will enjoy a spaghetti dinner even quadruple-casted! The show at 6:45 p.m. which will be followed runs April 5-14 for a total of eight by The Streamliners, a group of jazz performances, and a preview at the musicians, as well as a showcase of historic Tennessee Theatre’s Mighty the school’s Visual Art, Theater, Band, Musical Monday on April 1st at 12:00 Orchestra and Chorus talent. p.m. Tickets are on sale now. The cost Proceeds from the event will bene- is $10.00 for general admission and fit Phase II of University Medical Cen- $8.00 for students and senior citi- ter’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit zens. You may call the choir office (NICU). at (865) 689-1428 to reserve tick- Contact Teresa Scoggins, Choral ets, visit www.knoxcentralchoral.com Director of Hardin Valley Academy, or purchase them at the door upon who is personally a NICU advocate, arrival. at [email protected] to make a $15 contribution to attend Fountain City Easter Egg Hunt the benefit. Join us for the Fountain City Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, Knox County Retired Teach- from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Foun- er’s Association meet tain City Park, sponsored by Angela The Knox County Retired Teach- Floyd Schools and Virginia College! er’s Association joined the reading The Annual Fountain City Easter celebration for Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Egg Hunt is a yearly tradition bringing on March 1st when seven retired together kids of all ages and their par- teachers visited various elementary ents to enjoy a fun day of food, ven- schools in Knox County to share a dors, games and, of course, Easter book, a smile and a story with stu- egg hunting. The event is free and dents. It was a time to remember open to the public. There will also be the talented children’s author Theo- a visit from the Easter Bunny! dore Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss, and to encourage children to Halls Annual Good Friday Breakfast find fun in reading. The Annual Good Friday Prayer A note of appreciation is extend- Breakfast will be held at the Beaver ed to the following KCRTA members Dam Baptist Church Fellowship Hall who shared their reading talents on Friday, March 29, at 7:30 a.m. This with Knox County students. Valerie annual event, sponsored by the Halls Biberdorf, Annette Cardwell, Connie Business & Professional Association, Graham, David Huntsinger, Charlotte attracts businesses, professionals Linge, Anne Loy, Sylvia Upton, and and residents from the community Margaret Willis were volunteer read- and is always a sold out affair. ers who celebrated “Read Across The guest speaker this year is Foster America Day.” D. Arnett, Jr., Knox County Clerk. He The first Read Across America Day was elected to an interim term in was held on March 2, 1998, and this 2008 and overwhelmingly re-elect- nationwide observance of Dr. Seuss’s ed with over 78% of the vote in 2010. birthday is an annual event which He served as Public Information Offi- promotes the joy and importance cer for six years with the Knoxville Continue on page 4 PAGE D4 The Knoxville Fo c u s March 25, 2013 CLASSIFIEDS bulletin public notice For sale Real Estate board for rent DELL COMPUTER $100 Legal Notice Call James 237-6993 OR 230- Tenn. code Ann. Sections 8788. dell computers come 55-16-112, 66-19-103, with flat screen monitor, 66-14-104 public sale keyboard, mouse, windows advertised to collect a Bill Nicholson’s Krispy xp & microsoft word debt. Kreme Bread Pudding 1998 Nissan JNaU4t1JoWA405120 Sale with Butter Rum Sauce April 16, 2013, 10AM Blue Sky Automotive 2 dozen Krispy Kreme donuts 642 Barbrow Ln. 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