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Volume 5 Issue 10
Covering Monterey and Surrounding Communities
October 11, 2019
There she is... Baby Miss Genesis Taylor
Tiny Miss Caroline Coffey
Toddler Miss Karli Brown
Little Miss Hadley Sims
Young Miss Reagan Fowler
Miss Standing Stone 2019 Kloey Brazle
Junior Miss Shayla Redmon
...Miss Standing Stone Teen Miss Kenley Sparks
SSHS Art Contest winners announced By Rebekah K. Bohannon Beeler Scribe publisher
First place High School Emely Xec Huerta
The Standing Stone Historical Society (SSHS) invited kindergarten through 12th grade home school and public school students zoned for Burks Elementary, Monterey High School, Wilson Elementary and Rickman Elementary to compete in the Annual Standing Stone Student Art Contest 2019. Standing Stone Scribe newspaper is a proud sponsor of the Standing Stone Essay and Art Contest. The theme of the Standing Stone Day celebration is the 40th anniversary of
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Monterey Seniors Patsy King, Ann Watson and Charles “Pokey” Looper judge the 2019 Standing Stone Historical Society Art Contest. the annual Standing Stone Day holiday in Monterey. The talented students of the area illustrated that very theme with their wonderful work in this year’s contest.
Standing Stone Scribe and SSHS are proud to present the following winners in
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Standing Stone Day 40th Annual holiday celebration festivities:
First place Elementary Jazmin Perez
First place Middle School Heidy Mazariegos
The holiday is set to be observed on Saturday, Oct. 12., featuring: • Craft show and flea market beginning at 8 a.m. • Parade east along Commercial Ave. at 10 a.m. • Gathering at the Standing Stone Monument for the Standing Stone Ceremony and observances directly following the parade. • Entertainment, speakers, dancers and activities at the Standing Stone Monument following the ceremony, including cultural representation of several American Indian nations.
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Check out the Monterey Senior Center this month! • Exercise– Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. • Bridge– Monday and Thursday at 1 p.m. • Wednesday Socials: 10:30 a.m. Oct. 16- Jill Jones-Lazuka “Masterpiece Quilts.” Covered dish lunch. Oct. 23- Dale Welch “Civil War Stories.” Covered dish lunch. Oct. 30- TNSHIP Medicare appointements. Covered dish lunch. • Thursday Extras: 10 a.m. Oct. 17- Bingo with Vicki Wilson, NHC. Blood pressure and heart rate checks. Snacks. Oct. 24- Bingo with Christie Powers, Captioned Telephone. Snacks. Oct. 31- Bingo sponsored by Lisa Wilmoth, CRMC. Snacks. • Friday Art: 10 a.m. Paint with oils every other Friday Oct. 11 and Oct. 25. • Other dates to remember: Oct. 12- Standing Stone Day $5 Beans and Cornbread luncheon from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • November speaker preview: Mental Health, Senior Legal Services, LifeCare Center, Balance screenings for Members. If schools are closed due to inclement weather, the Monterey Senior Center will also be closed. The Center is located at 105 N. Elmore, Monterey, TN. Contact the Senior Center by calling 8398053. Membership is free for those 60 and over. Come and see what we are all about. Please stop by the center to see what new adventures have been added. Regular center hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
UCDD offers assistance
Are you raising a relative child or need housing assistance? For more information on assistance and support, please contact Melissa Allison at the Upper Cumberland Developments District toll free at 1-877-275-8233. Please contact Melissa Allison at 931-476-4127, if you are interested in attending this meeting. For housing assistance while caring for minor child, contact Myra Walker at 931-432-4111.
40th Annual Standing Stone Day
Enjoy the cultural event of the season! Come celebrate the 40th Annual Standing Stone Day celebration on Oct. 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. At Standing Stone Day attendees will learn about Monterey’s history and Cherokee lineage, watch the parade, take in the ceremony, shop the vendor booths, have lunch and hear about the story of the Standing Stone Monument and its significance. Standing Stone Day is Monterey’s own official holiday, set for the second Thursday in October and observed on the second Saturday. So come and enjoy a beautiful October Saturday with Monterey. The Standing Stone Historical Society/Monterey Hometown Project meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Monterey
Monterey Lions to hold Turkey Shoots
Winner, winner, turkey dinner! The Monterey Lions Club is holding their annual Turkey Shoots every other Saturday, November through February. Weather permitting, the Turkey Shoots will be at 10 a.m. on Nov. 2, Nov. 16, Nov. 30, Dec. 14, Dec. 28, Jan. 11, Jan. 25, and Feb. 8. The shoots will be held on Hwy. 70N, west of Monterey Exit 300. For more information, call 931-267-2647. Come join the Monterey Lions Club for a good time, win nice cuts of meat and eat more turkey! The Monterey Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The Lions Club building is located on South Elm St. in Monterey. For more information about the Lions Club, events, civic projects, and membership, contact Mike Callahan at 839-2350.
Monterey Board meets on first Mondays
The Town of Monterey holds monthly board meetings open to the public every first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Monterey Municiple Building. It is important for residents to see how the city is being managed and to take advantage of the opportunity use their voices. Everyone who has a vested interest in the town, its direction and prospects, as well as the necessity to understand city processes, programs and issues is encouraged to attend. The town hall meeting will have a signin sheet for those who wish to speak and give time for them to bring up important issues for discussion.
Be an ombudsman
As a volunteer ombudsman, you will be assigned to a specific long-term care facility, working to ensure that the resident’s rights are being protected. You will help residents with problems they are unable to resolve alone. Volunteer ombudsmen dedicate three (3) hours per week to this job. Ongoing training and support are provided. This could be the most challenging and rewarding volunteer opportunity you may ever have. For more information, please call Kim Fowler at (931) 432-4210.
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Garden Club meets second Tuesdays
Join the Monterey Garden Club. All are welcome! Please join us! The Monterey Garden Club meets at the Monterey Methodist Church Fellowship Hall every second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. The Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors to come listen to guest speakers and demonstrators, get tips and develop a successful green thumb. For more information, contact Monterey Garden Club President Deborah Wolfe by calling 839-6756 or emailing dcwolfe52@ yahoo.com.
Monterey Branch Library calendar
Come visit with us at the Monterey Branch Library (MBL) this month and stay connected, stay well-read and stay active in the community. There is something for everyone at Monterey Branch Library, whether it’s for family leisure time or homeschooling resources. Book Sale- Friends of the Monterey Library Book Sale on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Used book donations are accepted during normal library hours. Story time Wednesdays 11 a.m. Come visit with us at the Monterey Branch Library (MBL) this month and stay connected, stay well-read and stay active in the community. There is something for everyone at Monterey Branch Library, whether it’s for family leisure time or homeschooling resources. Book Sale- Friends of the Monterey Library Book Sale on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Used book donations are accepted during normal library hours. Story time Wednesdays 11 a.m. Oct. 15 Quilt Class 2—4 p.m. Oct. 16 Home School Hangout 11 a.m. Oct. 21 Lego Day 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 26 Movie Night 7 p.m. I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of anything than of a book! — When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library. – Jane Austen
Join Monterey Disaster Response Team
The Monterey Lions Club Disaster Relief is a non-profit organization meeting the needs of those faced with natural disasters. The team needs donations of water, canned goods and money to make trips to and from disaster areas and also welcomes volunteers to help in relief missions. Contact Ken Hall at 239-3318 to help.
Titus House wants to help
Need clothes? We can help! Titus House, 306 W. Crawford Avenue in Monterey, provides free clothing to anyone in need. Titus Hous is open the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon except for September and October when it is open the third Saturday. Titus House accepts donations of clean, dry clothing in bags or boxes. These may be dropped off at Titus House. Please put donations underneath the carport at the end of the Titus House driveway. Titus House appreciates your donations! Titus House is an outreach program of the Monterey Church of Christ. Questions regarding Titus House please call (931) 2527676.
Civitan Club meets third Tuesdays
The Monterey Civitan holds monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Monterey Methodist Church fellowship hall. Anyone interested in joining the Monterey Civitan Club is welcomed and encouraged to come to the meetings.
FCE Club meets fourth Monday
The Monterey Family and Consumer Education Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Monterey Senior Center at 6:30 p.m.
Monterey VFW meet first Thursdays
VFW Post 6277 meetings are the first Thursday of every month starting at 6 p.m. VFW Post 6277 is located at 101 South Poplar St., Monterey, TN, and is open to all veterans who have served in a war or conflict.
SCV active in community
The Champ Ferguson- Standing Stone Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) Post 2014 Help preserve Southern Heritage and join in the Capt. Champ Ferguson-Standing Stone #2014 Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV). For more information, contact Jack Looper at 445-2050 or Rooster Barnes at 510-2211. God Save the South!
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MHS presents 2019 Football Homecoming Court
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Jamie McCowan hitches up his miniature cart to bring carriage rides to the 2018 Cinderella Ball.
Cinderella Ball set for Oct. 19 Shine your glass slippers. It’s time to call your Fairy Godmother and let her know that the annual Cinderella Ball is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19, from 5:307:30 p.m. at Monterey First Baptist Church Family Life Center. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the Monterey Branch Library and at the door. Proceeds are to go to support Monterey Junior Pro Cheerleaders. There will be refreshments, a photo booth, music and a special guest to meet the children. Come and help support the cheerleaders!
Garcia joins board as Ward I Alderman
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Monterey High School 2019 Football Homecoming Queen is Graycee Wilson and her court. From left: Shea Harris, Avery Oakes, Madye Montgomery, Katelyn Hicks, Graycee Wilson, Leslie Pommert, Ashton Reed, Jordyn Walker, and Avery Jones. The queen and her court were escorted by the MHS football team.
Monterey to fix dam leak, steps toward flood relief By Rebekah K. Bohannon Beeler
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Monterey board seeks a solution to fix a dam leak. Upon inspection, a leak was found about four feet from the base of Meadow Creek dam. According to Monterey Mayor Bill Wiggins, the state has pressed the town to find a solution as soon as possible. “It is oozing water at the base. We’re under a directive to get that repaired because it could become serious,” said Wiggins. “That’s ‘sandrock,’ too, so it could
become troublesome.” Monterey Water and Sewer Supervisor Duane Jarrett said the water was undercutting the dam and had gotten to the point of flowing. The board voted to have James C. Hailey & Company to have a look and strategize reparation plans. The board also voted to move forward with phase I of Warren and Associates’ plan to address the flooding issues that have plagued Monterey the last few years and have become a serious issue especially with the heavy rain
events this year. Jerry Warren’s plan includes laying a larger pipeline in conjunction with the existing pipes under the Monterey Police Station to relieve the congestion of the faulty pipes that won’t allow the water to flow. Warren’s assessment is that these old pipes are two-thirds filled with debris or collapsed, causing extreme flooding along Commercial Ave. in the Whittaker Park area. “It’s time to fish or cut bait,” Wiggins said. With a project this big, the board is electing to eat the proverbial elephant by
taking bite-size solutions to address the flooding issues step-by-step so as not to cause more issues or break the bank, starting with the pipes and ditches at Commercial Ave. and Crossville St. to the railroad tracks. Warren said the cost of the first phase is estimated to be $225,000-$250,000. Reels disagreed with the best way to initiate the plan and argued, “We’re eating the elephant from the wrong end.” The next step will be to set the project out to bid.
mercial, organizations and groups. The float contest winners will be announced at the depot following the
parade. Register floats by calling the Monterey Depot Museum at 839-2111. Santa will make an ap-
pearance at the Depot following the Christmas parade for photos and treats for the kids.
Have a Monterey Mountain Christmas Dec. 7
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Upon the resignation of Alderwoman Amy Martin by letter at the Town of Monterey Board meeting on Oct. 7, Alderman JJ Reels nominates Alex Garcia to serve as Alderman for Ward I and is elected by acclimation to serve the remainder of Martin’s term.
The Christmas Home & Hearth Market will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Monterey Depot Museum from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Shop for homemade gifts for Christmas and baked goods from loal craft vendors. The annual Monterey Christmas Parade is set to begin at 6:30 p.m. Lineup for the parade will be at 5:30 p.m. at Monterey High School to follow the route west on Commercial Ave., south on Holly St. and turning east on Stratton Ave. to disband at VEC. Monterey is sponsoring a town float contest with prizes in four categories: religious, com-
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Lions celebrate 50th anniversary
The Monterey Lions Club held its 50th anniversary celebration on Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Monterey First Baptist Church Life Center. Monterey Lions Club President (King Lion) Mike Callahan, who was a charter member and started the club 50 years ago, was honored at the celebration. Crossville Lions Club made a contribution to Monterey Lions Club Disaster Response Team and presented it to team leader Ken Hall. Monterey Lions are greatly appreciative to the Crossville Lions for their generosity. Past International Lions President Frank Moore was the guest speaker.
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Monterey Lion Mike Callahan, pictured with his wife and fellow Lion Joy Callahan, is a charter member of the club and has been a member of the Monterey Lions Club for the 50 years since it was founded. Monterey Lion Joy Callahan served as hostess, while Lions Bette Simpson. Dianne Hall and
Wendy Warren served as the dinner committee and Sheila Callahan managed the silent auction.
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Monterey Lions Disaster Response Team leader Ken Hall is presented with a donation from Crossville Lions Club for the team’s efforts to respond to areas devestated by natural disasters. The Lions would also like to thank Trish Stover for her generosity and to Lions District Governor
Lelia Gibson for all of her help and assistance. The Lions Club is known for its charitable work
worldwide in prevention of blindness and disaster relief.
Monterey receives $56k tourism grant for Bee Rock The Town of Monterey received a $56,700 tourism enhancement grant from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development on Wednesday, Oct. 2, to help fund the Bee Rock park project. Bee Rock will have a new chapter in its long history, protected by the terms of the conservation easement under which it was donated to the town by private landowner Bobby Walker. The Town of Monterey plans to build one small bathroom facility and parking area, as well as any improvements as necessary to the Bee Rock park area to ensure the safety of those who visit the scenic overlook. “This funded project represents a way to utilize the natural resources of the site in a sustainable manner,” said Monterey Mayor Bill Wiggins. The overall estimated cost of the Bee Rock park project is $62,370. For decades, Bee Rock has drawn people from across Tennessee to climb its rocky face or to picnic at the top of the overlook located at the end of a 0.7-mile trail. Many hikers and climbers visited the property while it was still in the private ownership of the Walker family. Beginning in 2016, Walker partnered with TennGreen, the Town of Monterey and
land, as well as providing permanent public access to the property, Walker generously gave the property to the Town of Monterey for its use as a public park. “[The project] is in keeping with the town’s efforts
towards developing sustainable tourism projects that utilize the area’s rich bounty of natural resources in a way that promotes their responsible use,” Wiggins said.
MHS Class of 1999 to hold 20th-year reunion
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Monterey Mayor Bill Wiggins and representatives from the Town, as well as representatives from Putnam County and other entities in partnership with the Town to create a Bee Rock natural park area, happily receive a $56,700 tourism grant from Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Putnam County to determine a process to conserve Bee Rock and ensure its future availability for the public. Walker wanted to guarantee the overlook at Bee Rock always remained as a destination for hikers, picnickers, birders, climbers and all those who are inspired by its natural beauty. The team worked together to draft a conservation easement specifying public access while also limiting
timber harvest and development. Securing a conservation easement at Bee
Rock in December 2018, limiting future construction and timbering on the
The last graduating clas of the millienium, Monterey High School Class of 1999 will be holding their 20th graduation reunion on Oct. 26, at Cumberland Mountain State Park Shelter 3 all day with the main event being held from noon 2-4 p.m. Shelter 3 is located across from the tennis courts. Please plan to bring your family’s choice of drink and covered dish or dessert. Classmates are encouraged to join the
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Fall Festivals set for Oct. 31 Monterey First Baptist Church, Monterey United Methodist Church, Monterey Church of the Nazarene and Monterey Church of Christ will be hosting their annual Fall Festivals on Halloween, Oct. 31, from 6-8:30 p.m. along Crawford Ave. from Elm St. to Poplar St. Monterey First Baptist will have games, food and prizes at the Family Life Center and Monterey United Methodist Church, Monterey Church of the Nazarene and Monterey Church of Christ will have trunk-or-treat.
Enjoy ‘Mountain Medicine’ Dinner Theatre Nov. 2
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Woodcliff Baptist Church hosts their annual hay ride and chili cook-off on Sept. 21. Winner of the best chili is Marilyn Walker while the runner-up was her husband, Ricky Walker.
Tim Ballard, Joe Beard and Brenda Cravens are the judges of the annual Woodcliff Baptist Church Chili Cook-off. There was a great turn out and fun was had by all.
Church Directory Bible Holiness Church 144 Dripping Springs Rd. 839-6268 Columbia Hill Baptist 1226 Columbia Hill Rd. 445-3066 Church of God in Christ 2704 Muddy Pond Rd. 445-7782 Familia Dios 119 W. Commercial Ave. 839-7011 First Baptist Church of Monterey 106 N. Chestnut St. 839-2971 Full Gospel Assembly 9396 Monterey Hwy. 839-6411 Hanging Limb Baptist 1421 Hanging Limb Hwy. 445-3283 Hope in Christ Fellowship 315 E. Peter Ave. 833-315-4673 Mill Creek Baptist 5221 Mill Creek School Rd. 520-7801 Mineral Springs First Baptist Church 4038 Hanging Limb Hwy.839-3538 Monterey Apostolic Church
1109 Buckner Rd. 839-8416 Monterey Church of Christ 308 W. Crawford Ave. 839-2660
Pilgrim Christian Fellowship 3068 Muddy Pond Rd. 445-7160
Monterey Community Church 301 E. Commercial Ave. 839-2119
Primera Iglesia Evangel Jesus Baptist Church 200 S Chestnut St. 839-3399
Monterey First Assembly of God 1050 N. Chestnut St. 839-8103
Sand Springs Baptist 9388 Sand Springs Church Rd. 839-3131
Monterey Freewill Baptist 311 S. Elm St. 839-3433 Monterey First Church of the Nazarene 110 N. Poplar St. 839-2609 Monterey Wesleyan Church 300 E. New Ave. 584-0133 Monterey United Methodist Church 124 N. Holly St. 839-2597 Monterey Wesleyan Church Pastor Ted Stepp 9315840133 330 E New Ave
Monterey Dinner Theatre presents “Mountain Medicine: The Monterey Hospital Story� at the Monterey Community Center at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. Actors will portray Dr. Collins, Dr. Crain, nurses and staff telling the story of Monterey Hospital. Tickets are on sale now at the Monterey Depot Museum. They are $25 for the sit-down dinner catered by Caroline’s Catering Service and show. Seating is limited so get your tickets now.
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Second Freewill Baptist Church of Monterey 855 E. Commercial Ave. 839-3752 Shady Grove Freewill Baptist 2175 Stamps-Shady Grove Rd. Standing Stone Baptist Church 914 N. Holly St. 839-6285 Standing Stone Church of Christ 385 N. Elmore St. Victory Christian Center 125 S. Oak St. 839-6068
Monterey Worship Center 120 E. Commercial Ave. 839-2702
Vine Ridge Baptist 602 Vine Ridge Rd. 445-3414
Muddy Pond Independent Baptist Church 3449 Muddy Pond Rd.
Woodcliff Baptist Church 13100 Woodcliff Rd. 839-8465
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• Second place- Catarina Cesar • Honorable mentionGrayce Wilson Middle School • First place- Heidy Mazariegos
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• Second place- Mateo Miguel • Honorable mention- Kadence Phillips Elementary School • First place- Jazmin Perez
• Second place- Ana Sebastian • Honorable mentionBrandon Cesar Hernandez First, second and honorable mention place winners receive publication in Standing Stone Scribe newspaper and the 2019 Standing Stone Magazine, as well as a ride in the Standing Stone Day Parade
and be presented at the ceremony at Standing Stone Monument on Oct. 12. Monterey Senior Center members Ann Watson, Charles Looper and Patsy King judged the entries based on overall depth, inspiration, perception and composition for the elementary, middle and high school categories.
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Every year, on the second Saturday in October, Monterey celebrates Standing Stone Day. This day is set aside to remember and reflect on local history. Standing Stone Scribe and SSHS extends a special thank you to Monterey Senior Center and very special congratulations to these students!
Elementary School Second place Ana Sebastian
High School Second place Catarina Cesar
Middle School Second place Mateo Miguel
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Patricia Heaton’s Third Act
In last month’s column, I previewed three new fall shows: “Stumptown,” “The Unicorn,” and “Carol’s Second Act.” All three shows have since made their network debuts, so I thought it would be a good idea to share my thoughts on one of them, namely “Carol’s Second Act.” I chose to review this particular show because this was the sitcom I was most looking forward to. Furthermore, since Patricia Heaton has already had two successful sitcoms under her belt, everyone will be tuning in to “Carol’s Second Act” to see if she can pull off yet another one. “Carol’s Second Act” premiered Sept. 26 on CBS. It follows newly divorced mother Carol Kenney (Heaton) as she pursues a new career as a doctor. Carol is a hospital intern, the oldest in a group of interns young enough to be her children. Carol, however, has one thing going for her that the other interns do notlife experience. Though her age is met with some bizarre looks at first, it proves to be an asset when it comes to patient care. Carol easily establishes a friendly rapport with her patients, which enables her to gain insight into their conditions. I really wanted to like this show. CBS has been heavily promoting it for months and it looked promising. I have to give credit to the people responsible for creating the show’s TV spots because they made it seem funnier than it actually is. “Carol’s Second Act” is full of predictable humor about Carol’s age. Most of the jokes fall flat, which has as
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much to do with the acting as it does the writing. The majority of the cast seems as inexperienced as their characters. It is as if CBS expected Heaton’s name and reputation to be enough to carry this show. To make things even more complex, Heaton does not even feel like the lead in her own sitcom. She blends in with the ensemble too much, which is problematic since she isn’t exactly surrounded by actors of her own caliber. The premise of “Carol’s Second Act” is a good one. Everyone loves stories about people successfully pursuing their dreams in spite of personal hardships, and Heaton is the ideal actress to take on such a role. However, if CBS has any hope of saving this show, they have their work cut out for them. Ideally, they would need to recast a few of the characters, which would likely be impossible at this point, especially since I can name at least four cast members who need to be replaced - stat! The most logical solution at this point would be to hire better writers and rework some of the show’s logistics, bringing Carol to the forefront of the show.
They should feature her life outside of work, talk more about her divorce and give us more glimpses of who she is as a person. The audience needs to know why they should invest in Carol’s journey. Sure she’s likable, but in the long run that won’t be enough. People need to be emotionally connected to Carol or they won’t tune in week after week. I don’t have especially high hopes for this show. The problems that exist for it are likely too great to be fixed at this late stage of the game, especially since there are so many other shows worth watching. To be fair, I have only seen the first two episodes. It is possible there will be some improvement in the third or fourth episode, so you can always DVR it and binge watch it later if you want. Honestly, though, I think your time would be much better spent watching reruns of “Everybody Loves Raymond” or “The Middle.” “Carol’s Second Act” airs on CBS Thursday nights at 9:30|8:30c • • • Paula Tudor graduated cum laude from Tennessee Technological University with a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies emphasizing English and Communication. She is a freelance writer and a distinguished blogger/online correspondent, with more than three thousand followers on twitter. The bulk of her work can be found at paulassoapbox.blogspot.com and at paulatudor.com.
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It’s a Transylvanian nachtmare! Have a monstrously good time at Cumberland County Playhouse with The Mel Brooks Musical “Young Frankenstein,” –I mean, “Frahn-ken-steen!”– now playing through Oct. 24. Persistent raging laughter is a common audience phenomenon, although, be forewarned that the show is rated PG-13 for a reason, with Mel Brooks’ flavor of language, double entendres and innuendoes. The production is so entertaining it’s scary. Jason Ross plays American Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, grandson of the famous monster creating mad scientist. Ross’ uninhibited talent is like having our very own Tim Curry- there is no role he cannot make his own and Dr. Frankenstein is no exception. Upon his grandfather’s death in Transylvania, Dr. Frankenstein is summoned to manage the estate, including both his grandfather’s castle and his reputation. DeAnna Etchison is a complete anomaly and wows the crowd in her role as Inga, Dr. Frankenstein’s assistant and potential love interest. And among Etchison’s many musical talents, we find out she can also yodel. Ross Griffin is an absolute gift on stage as Igor, the loveable humpbacked castle servant who convinces Frankenstein to finish his
grandfather’s work. Griffin brings a cute animal-like quality to the character and is very nearly like Frankenstein’s talkative pet. Grayson Yockey takes the monster’s misunderstood qualities and the audience falls in love with the creature. Heather McCall’s voice rings as the fanciful Elizabeth Benning, Frankenstein’s highmaintenance fiancé. When surprises him with a visit to Transylvania, that’s when their relationship status changes to “complicated.” Daniel Black never disappoints and plays Inspector Kemp as well as the lonely blind Hermit. Whatever the role, Black always makes it memorable. Guest reviewer Zeke Bohannon wrote: “Young Frankenstein” was both funny and, well, a little on the naughty. If anyone plans to watch, be warned, it’s PG-13 for suspense, slightly disturbing events, mild language and sexual reference. Igor was my favorite character, although the whole cast “killed.” The scene I liked best was when Dr. Frankenstein started bringing The Monster to life. With the humor hitting the ceiling, you probably wouldn’t go out the doors alive. Guest reviewer Zolah Beeler wrote: “Young Frankenstein,” directed by Britt Hancock, was a very hu-
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morous performance. My favorite characters were Igor (Ross Griffin) and Ziggy, the village idiot played by Corey Clark. Igor was a very memorable character because of the acting that he brought to the stage. From his voice to his walk, Igor was by far the funniest character. However, the smallest roles become the most memorable acts when Corey Clark is on the stage. Ziggy’s stupidity becomes fun to watch when he is given specific orders and he never does anything right. The choreography was exquisite. I loved the “Puttin’ on the Ritz” choreography. The songs were fun to listen to. My favorite song was “Roll in the Hay,” performed by DeAnna Etchison, who played Inga, another one of my favorite characters. It’s a remarkable performance, very well done! Guest reviewer Zuranda Beeler wrote: I liked “Young Frankenstein” because it was hilarious and funny. My favorite characters were Inga (DeAnna Etchison) and Igor (Ross Griffin). Inga was my favorite because of the funny lines she said. I liked Igor because his character was unique. My favorite scene was when “Fronkenstene” met Igor. I loved the song they sang “Together Again for the First Time.” Maybe one day, they will do “Young Frankenstein” again.
STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: SCARY MOVIES ACROSS 1. Will alternative 6. Put into service 9. Ball on a string 13. Conversation starter 14. “Platoon” setting 15. “Four” prefix 16. Macaroni shape 17. Dunk value 18. *”The Dark Knight” star 19. *Marion Crane stops at a motel 21. *Eccentric scientist teleports himself 23. Sonny and Cher, e.g. 24. *What “The Swarm” attackers do 25. Hot tub feature 28. Think, archaic 30. Kentucky Derby sound 34. *”American Psycho” weapon, pl. 36. Andy’s radio partner 38. Dished out 40. Drunkard 41. Type of turn, pl. 43. Spare in a trunk 44. Pore in a leaf 46. Straight out of bottle, as in whiskey 47. Port of Yemen
48. Angry growl 50. Whiskey grain, pl. 52. Is in Paris 53. “What a ____!” 55. Car nut 57. *Chris Washington meets his girlfriend’s family 60. *Girl bullied at school 63. Type of renewable energy 64. Caviar 66. Abstains from food 68. Opposite of binary 69. Barley bristle 70. Web mag 71. Department store department 72. *Sematary resident 73. Saw again DOWN 1. *”____-Wolf of London” 2. Counseling, e.g. 3. Priestly vestments 4. Frank Wright’s middle name 5. Showing cleavage 6. “Do ____ others...” 7. *Photographer and oncologist trapped by Jigsaw 8. Bring character to life 9. Bone to pick 10. And others 11. Pretentiously artistic 12. Morse Code dash
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15. Like Murder Mystery Party 20. Pertaining to hours 22. Type of farm house 24. Two for the price of one deals 25. *It terrorized Amity 26. Highway departures 27. Part of mortise joint 29. *Boy brings grief to adoptive parents, with The 31. 9th letter of Greek alphabet 32. Move like on ice 33. *Jack Torrance’s catchphrase “____ Johnny!” 35. “Brave New World” drug 37. Don’t go 39. Fender-bender damage 42. Funerary art form 45. Weapon storage 49. Romanian money 51. The Beach Boys’ “____ Girl” 54. Seatbelt, e.g. 56. Feed in a meadow 57. *”____ Girl” 58. Panache 59. Before feathers 60. One tenth of a dime 61. a.k.a. The Islamic State 62. Tallest volcano in Europe 63. Math class total 65. Be in the red 67. Do needlework
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