Farragut Life Summer 2017

SUMMER 2017

A magazine for the people of Farragut, West Knoxville & surrounding communities.

HISTORIC TAPOCO LODGE WATER POWER

The Dams That Shaped Our Region

Mike McClamroch

President and CEO of East Tennessee Foundation

SOLAR ECLIPSE EVENTS A Triumphant Journey Mastercraft’s Terry McNew

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Muscadine Balloon Fiesta Labor Day Weekend

Saturday & Sunday, September 2nd & 3rd At Tsali Notch Vineyard MADISONVILLE

BALLOON GLOWS EACH NIGHT AT DUSK Bring a lawn chair, have dinner and enjoy the choreographed balloon glow to music! www.muscadineballoonfiesta.com 423.442.2750

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Volume 2, 2015

A magazine for the people of Farragut, West Knoxville & surrounding communities.

Seasonal Culinary Inspirations Truffle Ricotta Cheese Recipe With Chef Deron Little

KIPPY BROWN Behind The Scenes With

Seattle Seahawks Coach Kippy Brown And His Amazing Life Story

THE MUSCADINE FESTIVAL &

HOT AIR 20 BALLOONS

Tsali Notch Vineyard The Largest Muscadine Vineyard In The State Is Also The Prettiest!

DR. HAROLD BLACK

One Of The First African-Americans To Attend The University Of Georgia

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EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2015 - JULY 31, 2016

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Includes 2016 Spring Turkey Season

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Planning your event at Tsali Notch The vineyard hosts weddings, receptions, reunions, civic clubs and other events. In addition to the vineyard grounds we also offer the following facilities: • The Tasting Room • The Upper Barn (for large events) • The Jackson Lounge We can also arrange for a tent for your event.

Please give us a call at 423-506-9895 for availability and to inquire about rental rates.

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423.506.9895 • 140 Harrison Rd. • Madisonville, TN 37354 • www.tsalinotch.com

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July 4th Events

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46 HIWASSEE BASEBALL

First Ever Win At NCCAA National Tournament

Contents features Memphis Weekend

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Quality, Style and Value

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East Tennessee Foundation: Getting To Know President and CEO

A Triumphant Journey

Mike McClamroch

MasterCraft’s CEO

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Terry McNew

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8th Food and WIne Festival

The Historic Tapoco Lodge & Tavern Restaurant A Dream Spot For Active Vacationers

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Easy Plants for East Tennessee

34 Great Plates for Summer 38 Solar Eclipse Events 56 Farragut Swim Team 60 Farragut Chamber

WATER POWER

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The 5 Dams That Shaped The Region

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27 Lisa Grugin with Meadow View

July 4th Events

Everhart Lumber

High Quality Timber Products

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Dixie Lee Fireworks

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PUBLISHER Kelsey, Kathryn & Alyssa Bingham Photos By JoPhoto

Letter from the Publisher

Summertime is finally here! My girls are out of school and sounds of laughter, excitement and warmth fill my office and home. We will all enjoy the slower pace of summer.

East Tennessee will be a hotspot for tourists and locals alike for the eclipse on August 21st. We have a great list of all the events in our area, and we interviewed UT Professor and Director of Space and Science Outreach, Paul Lewis, about this historic event.

In this issue we also feature several destinations that would make great trips for your family. For a longer weekend trip, we give you an extensive look at some incredible attractions in Memphis.

It’s a rock’n good time as we showcase Graceland’s newest expansion, a $45 million, 40 acre entertainment complex with several new museums and restaurants.

The Memphis Pyramid is something you should not miss. Bass Pro Shops transformed the Pyramid into a megastore, and an experience with restaurants, an observation tower, an aquarium, and a bowling alley - you could spend the entire day here! The Cypress Lodge, a beautiful hotel is also located inside the Pyramid. It has treehouse suites with rocking chairs on the porches.

For another trip a little closer to home, you have to check out our feature on five area dams and their recreation centers, along with my new favorite lodge and tavern, the Historic Tapoco Lodge.

You can reach this destination by traveling the beautiful Cherohala Skyway or you can take an exciting ride on US 129/The Dragon.

We caught up with MasterCraft’s President and CEO, Mr. Terry McNew. Check out this feature to learn more about his personal story of triumph in the boating industry. We are so proud to have him leading the way in boating here in our region!

And what a great job President and CEO Mike McClamroch is doing leading the East Tennessee Foundation. Mike and his staff have grown ETF to one of the largest community foundations in the state. Over $300,000 million in total assets and $250,000 million in total grants awarded across our region.

Thanks to all of our advertisers, readers and sponsors, we really appreciate you.

Lisa Atkins-Bingham

Publisher of Farragut, Monroe & McMinn Life President and Creative Director of The Bingham Group

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The Bingham Group President Lisa Atkins Bingham Art Director Abby Swabe Graphic Designers Austin Hall Alexys Lambert Chelsea Walker Contributing Writers Jack Alman Katherine Cox Lisa Grugin Halea Lingerfelt Jennifer Porterfield Contributing Photographers Lisa Bingham Ben Gibson Chelsea Turner Advertising Sales Mignonne Alman Tel: 865.523.5999 mignonne@binghamgroup.com Susie Smyre Tel: 865.523.5999 susie@binghamgroup.com Subscription or Editorial Inquiries

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Milestones Event Center is the ideal site for many memorable occasions. Whether you need space for a small meeting or dinner for a family reunion; bridal or baby shower; or even a place to celebrate someone’s life, The Milestones Event Center is the perfect place for any event.

Located inside the Farragut Office Park off of Kingston Pike in the heart of Farragut, the Milestones Event Center is open and available for whatever “Milestone” event you need.

Celebration of Life Memorials • Weddings & Parties • Business Meetings & Conferences

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Spreading Quality & Value Throughout Our Region

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The couple and their stores have won numerous accolades. In 2013, Schimmel and Sorensen won the Rising Star award from the Tennessee Small Business Center. Their stores have been featured in Southern Living Magazine, Design Sponge, DIY and HGTV cable TV networks. The stores have also won numerous Metro Pulse, Knoxville News Sentinel and Nashville Scene awards.

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he story of Bliss begins in downtown Knoxville, but it does not end there.

In 2000, Scott Schimmel was working as a manager at Lula Restaurant when he first met Lisa Sorensen. The pair shared a love for exciting, vibrant downtowns. As native Knoxvillians, they knew they wanted to be a part of the revitalization of the downtown area. Three years later, they found their first location—the very same building where they first met!

Bliss at 24 Market Square began as a eclectic mix of home accessories and gifts that appealed to the owners. After spending 10 years in Italy in the ‘90s, Lisa had plenty of unique influences from which to draw inspiration for the store and what they would sell. She has always had a love for finding distinctive and beautiful products and sharing them with her customers.

In 2005, the couple opened a 2nd location for the furniture store, but quickly recognized a need for expansion. In 2008, they opened their large furniture store in West Knoxville.

After successfully surviving the economy’s downturn, they expanded yet again with a 27,000-square-foot store in Nashville and recently added another furniture store in Louisville, Kentucky.

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BLISS IS ABOUT QUALITY, STYLE AND VALUE. IT’S ABOUT LOVING WHERE YOU LIVE. All of their locations share a common theme— they are located in cities/regions where they saw a desire for the furniture products they offer. While many of the larger pieces are similar from store to store, each location offers various items specific to the region (eg, glassware with maps of downtown Nashville on them.)

As their furniture business has expanded, their Market Square businesses have also evolved. One of their downtown locations is now Tori Mason Shoes, a play on their children’s names. They also have Bliss Women’s Boutique at their original 24 Market Square location. Like their furniture stores, both strive to offer a combination of recognizable name brands and other quality, mid-priced brands. Retail is not an easy 12

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business, either to start or maintain, but Lisa and Scott couldn’t imagine being in any other line of work. They truly love what they do. According to Lisa, “It’s stressful, but it doesn’t feel like work.

It’s like another part of you, like family.”

From a small shop in Market Square to large stores across the state and in Kentucky, the story of Bliss continues to grow and evolve as a result of the successful management of Scott and Lisa. This is because at Bliss, it’s about quality, style and value. It’s about loving where you live and loving what you do. When all of this aligns, one cannot help but find success, and Scott and Lisa will surely continue to thrive and grow their businesses no matter what the future holds.

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Tori Mason Shoes also includes wallets, purses and a few other items, but the focus is on footwear. They offer boots and booties, dress shoes and casual styles, and you might expect what Lisa looks for in a shoe: stylish comfort. Brands you might recognize include Bed StĂź, Freebird by Steve Madden, Jack Rogers, Miz Mooz, Rocket Dog and Dolce Vita.

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY The Louisville, Kentucky, store is the first expansion outside the state for the company. The store in Louisville’s Westport Village is a 24,000-square-foot full-service furniture store. Westport Village is an outdoor shopping center known for its local boutiques, restaurants and other shops. The Bliss Home store in Westport Center will offer casual contemporary furniture for home and office, plus regional products, art and accessories. It will have a staff of designers who can provide in-home design consultations..

www.shopinbliss.com

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July 4, 2017 30th Annual Town of Farragut Independance Day Parade 9:30am - Noon @ Kingston Pike in Farragut Happening July 4th You'll find floats, bands, dancers, animals, antique cars and more during this 4th of July parade in Farragut.

July 8, 2017 Red White and Blue Jam at West End 4pm - 10pm@ West End Shopping Center in Farragut

The Town of Farragut and Shop Farragut are delighted to announce a special one-day retail event at The West End Shopping Center.

Attendees can enjoy live music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks.

This is a free, family-friendly event!

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Breweries, beer and enthusiasts from all over will gather for a Summer afternoon sampling fresh beers of all colors, styles and flavors.

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Throughout the day festival goers will be treated to good music, good food, good fun and good times on the Festival and Performance lawns of the World's Fair Park.

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Rain or Shine the people of Farragut love to wine and dine!

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t was the coldest and wettest day since January 2017, but over 400 hearty folks braved the elements to survive the 8th Farragut Food and Wine Festival. The Friday May 5th affair became epic as the rain never ceased and the water had no place to go. However, as the rain came, the spirits rose, and the band - actually one of Knoxville’s favorite’s, The Coveralls - played on. People were smiling and laughing. They found it fun to splash in the puddles and lose their shoes in the mud. Looking at the sandal-clad feet of an employee from one of the 21 participating restaurants and saying, “What were you thinking?,” Farragut Business Alliance Director, Steve Krempasky was delighted to see people making the best of it and taking the time to vote for the Best Of Taste Award.

By 9:30pm the crowd had thinned and the band played its last song. With the rain still pelting the saturated ground, Tony Cox of WFIV-FM Radio and one of the many local sponsors of the event, announced that Chef Deron Little and Seasons Restaurant of Turkey Creek would be taking home the annual trophy.

It did not take too much time to pack up everyone as the cool temperatures could no longer be fended off by the 8 purveyors of adult beverages. The 2017 Farragut Food and Wine Festival will be remembered as one for the books. The quality of food and wine and atmosphere of camaraderie were as high as the weather conditions were low. All the participants and patrons were glad to state as they pulled out that they can not wait to try it again next year.

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From Pyramids To Graceland:

A Weekend In Memphis

Looking for the perfect weekend family vacation? Look no further than Memphis, Tennessee, which offers a range of attractions sure to entertain those of all ages.

Begin your weekend getaway at a Memphis icon, The Pyramid. Measuring 535,000 square feet, it’s one of the largest pyramids in the world. If not for the modern design, you can almost imagine you’re standing next to a real monument—it’s that big! In case you aren’t sure you’ve got the right pyramid, just look for the Bass Pro Shops logo on the front—the outdoor retail giant not only has a megastore inside The Pyramid, but they were responsible for transforming the building into what it is now.

You don’t have to be a fan of outdoor gear and apparel to enjoy The Pyramid experience.

Inside those slanted walls is interactive fun for just about anyone. The enormous structure houses an aquarium, an indoor cypress swamp, an alligator habitat, the Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center, a bowling alley, a gun center, an arcade, a restaurant and bar, and, if you want to go on a 28-story elevator ride (the tallest free-standing elevator in the world), there is an observation deck and restaurant at the top called The Lookout with gorgeous views of Memphis and the Mississippi River.

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If that sounds like a lot to do in one day, Bass Pro Shops has you covered with the Big Cypress Lodge. This wilderness-themed hotel features treehouse suites and cabins, and most rooms even include a porch with rocking chairs so you can look out at the cypress swamp in true Southern fashion.

Guests at the hotel receive access to all The Pyramid’s fun features during their stay, and it is convenient to downtown Memphis if you want to get out of the wilderness and explore the city.

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However, if you’re feeling a little less wilderness and a little more rock ‘n’ roll, you can continue your weekend adventure at Graceland, which has implemented some serious renovations.

Improvements include the restored racquetball building, an enhanced trophy building that gives more details on Elvis’s family life and, if that wasn’t enough, a $45 million expansion. This expansion is “Elvis Presley’s Memphis,” a 40-acre entertainment complex that gives visitors a closer insight into Elvis’s professional life, hobbies, childhood and influence. Exhibits will show detail on Elvis’s time in the army, his influence in both music and fashion and his broad collection of cars and motorcycles.

Fairgrounds are also included in the complex, designed to take visitors back to the 1956 Mississippi-Alabama Fair, where Elvis returned to his hometown as a famous performer and when “Elvis Presley Day” was announced in Tupelo.

Stop in for a bite to eat at Gladys’ Diner. This 50’s themed diner proudly serves classic American cuisine along with some of Elvis’ favorites dishes. If your taste buds desire more regional fare, try Graceland’s Vernon’s Smokehouse, which serves authentic Memphis BBQ and all the fixings.

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From Pyramids To Graceland:

A Weekend In Memphis Exploring these new additions might take quite a bit of time, and Graceland is prepared to help. Just across the road from Graceland Mansion is a brand-new hotel designed to give you a star-worthy experience. The Guest House at Graceland is the largest hotel project in Memphis in nearly a century. With an intricate mix of modern glamour and an homage to throwback designs, the hotel immerses guests in a sense of luxury and stardom that can only be brought on by The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll himself.

Left: The Guest House at Graceland offers luxurious accommodations with 19 specialty suites.

Above: The Grand Entrance

In addition to being a full-service hotel, The Guest House also features two restaurants, a theater for live performances and movies, space for conferences and events and shuttles to downtown Memphis. The Guest House offers a multitude of packages to help you make the most of your stay, in whatever budget you can afford.

Taking Care of Business Package

Follow Elvis’ personal motto – “Taking Care of Business” – with this package, which includes a stay at The Guest House at Graceland, breakfast for one at Delta’s Kitchen, complimentary Internet and self-parking.

To plan your Memphis vacation, visit www. basspro.com/pyramid, www.big-cypress. com and www.graceland.com to learn more about these fantastic Memphis hot spots!

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Terry McNew MasterCraft CEO

A TRIUMPHANT JOURNEY There are those who measure success by a job title or social status, and there are others who measure success by hard work and the ability to overcome hardships. No matter how you quantify the word, Terry McNew is, without a doubt, an incredible success story.

Written by Jack Alman

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erry was born in Florida but raised near Compton, a city in southern Los Angeles County that has struggled with unemployment and crime. His father served in World War II as a “Frogman,” or combat diver. Upon his release from the service, he worked in the space program but was laid off when Terry was 9 and remained unemployed until Terry was 12. He was eventually rehired into the manned space program, but this taught Terry to be self-sufficient at an early age.

Despite family hardships, Terry discovered a love for watercraft. He and his brother, who was almost 5 years older, rebuilt a Glastron Boat and sailed off into the Pacific Ocean to catch what they could. They discovered that with a slight redesign of the hull, they could get better performance from that boat…and thus began his thirst for a career in design and performance of watercraft.

At age 16, while still in high school, Terry decided to strike out on his own. Getting jobs wherever he could, he saved his money while living with his godfather in Stanton, California, sleeping on his own store-bought foldout sofa in the living room.

Terry then moved to Florida, where he worked for a company selling heavy construction equipment. He funded his own education and graduated with a BSBA degree in economics from the University of Central Florida, College of Business Administration. He then began his career with Sea Ray’s PD&E division in Merritt Island, Florida, a division of Brunswick.

The years that followed included an array of positions as he began his ascent toward CEO. Terry worked in several areas of manufacturing at Sea Ray boats, holding different key roles before taking the position of Vice President of manufacturing in 2001.

In 2004, he was offered and accepted the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of Correct Craft Boats. In 2006, he was again invited to join Brunswick, where he held several executive positions at Sea Ray and Brunswick Boat Group. In August 2012, after 24 years in the boating industry, Terry was offered the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of MasterCraft.

desire to leave this Earth a better place than when he got here—and this sentiment, truly, makes him the greatest success story of all.

During his tenure as CEO of MasterCraft, the company has grown from a production level of 1,200 boats a year, to just under 3,000. In 2015, Terry led a team that took the company public, and they are now listed on the NASDAQ exchange. He even got to ring the closing bell at the exchange on the day of the IPO offering.

Terry has several additional success stories of his own – his son, Philip, and daughter, Tara. Philip is a staff sergeant in the United States Air Force at Langley Air Force Base and is currently serving in Afghanistan. He has served 13 years so far. Philip is married to JoAnna, who is also a staff sergeant in the Air Force. They have two children—Aiden, who is 8 years old, and Jude, who is 6. Terry’s daughter, Tara, lives in Redding, California, with her husband, Jordan, who recently graduated from Moody Bible College. They have two children, Isiah, 6, and Lizzy, 3.

Terry recently married his beautiful bride Allison in March and added three more children, Leah, Lauren and Beth, plus, two more grandchildren, Parker, 3, and Graham, 1.

In addition to his successful career, Terry contributes to a number of missions that provide various kinds of aid to families that need assistance. He has a caring heart and a strong faith in God and feels he has been blessed over the years with God’s guidance. His motivation comes from his

Philip McNew, JoAnna, Aiden & Jude.

Tara, Terry’s daughter, with her husband, Jordan, Isiah and Lizzy.

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Written By: Lisa Grugin of Meadow View Green Houses & Garden Center

Congratulations! You are lucky to live in an area with a long growing period where you can enjoy flowers for much of the year. With that said, there are still some challenges to gardening in this area. Temperatures can go up and down like a rollercoaster, and the heat and humidity make this a breeding ground for disease and insects. Over the years, I have learned what some of the “tough” guys of the annual flower garden are, so let’s talk about them. I’ll talk about the sun lovers first.

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Hands down, the toughest plant that we sell is Lantana. This beauty takes heat and drought like a champ, and rabbits and deer don’t like it. It is available in several colors and in an upright or sprawling form.

Flowering vinca is number two on the tough scale. It is a prolific bloomer available in shades from white to red. The only downside to this plant is that it should not be planted in the same bed repeatedly. It harbors a fungus in the roots that will build up after about 3 years. Try alternating it yearly with another flower.

If you are absentminded about watering, Portulaca is your friend.

It has a succulent leaf and takes the summer sun and heat very well. The flowers do close in the middle of the day, but that is the time that most of us are least likely to see it anyway!

Verbena is another tough little sprawler and is available in several colors. It also comes in a perennial form if you love it so much you want to keep it!

Angelonia is a terrific plant that will add a little height to your landscape or containers. Some people call this the

summer snapdragon because of the similarity in blooms. It is heat and drought tolerant once established.

Zinnias are an old-fashioned plant that has stood the test of time. The larger blooming ones make great cut flowers, and the smaller Profusion varieties are great in the landscape.

Petunias, and their mini-me friends the calibrachoa, are great plants that can fill up an area quickly. They do prefer weekly fertilizing and may need the occasional haircut. I had a Cali survive in a pot all winter!

Now let’s talk about the shady guys: Impatiens are the probably the most popular shade lover, which is why the impatien downy mildew problem a couple of years ago hit so hard. As a reminder, there were no greenhouses in the state with this disease. That is another reason to always buy from a local grower. Impatiens can take some fairly deep shade and will let you know if they are dry. Give them a drink and they will perk right back up!

Green leaf begonias are a close second for shade gardens. They are available in white, pink and red. Their larger cousins the big leaf and dragon wing begonias are also wonderful

Find all these easy plants and more at Meadow View

if you are looking for something a little bigger for containers or beds. Tuberous begonias have stunning colors, and there are also some new varieties in the Angel wing family.

I love caladiums and have them in most of my pots. Those big, heart-shaped leaves make a dramatic statement in containers as a background for smaller plants.

Coleuses have beautiful foliage and are another great backdrop for smaller plants, or do fine as a standalone. The Kong series is my favorite.

Have you seen the Torenia? It is also called Wishbone flower and is available in blue, which is unusual. I like it because it is pretty and because it is very attractive to bees. We need to help our pollinators!

My last shade loving recommendation is the good ole fern. Boston ferns look great hanging, and Kimberly Queen ferns are an upright that can take some sun. Both are heavy feeders that will love to be fertilized every other week or so.

These are, or course, just a few of the plants that we have in stock. We also have a great selection of perennials, and we will be happy to help you make good choices for your yard!

Proud to be an authorized retailer of the “HGTV Home Plant Collection”.

865-986-7229 9885 Highway 11E, Lenoir City www.meadowviewgreenhouse.com

Quality is Everything

At Hyde Farms, we know quality is always important.

Our fresh pork, sweet corn, and strawberries are all locally produced on our farms. All our pork is USDA inspected and approved. We sell a full line of produce throughout the year. Try it yourself and taste the difference!

423-667-6981 www.HydeFarms.net 7545 Highway 411 South, Greenback, Tennessee 37742

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MONROE COUNTY, TENNESSEE

CASUAL CONTEMPORARY FURNISHINGS AND RUGS

INSPIRING ART AND ACCESSORIES

Majestic mountains, picturesque roadways and stately forests…these are just some of the offerings you will find in the land of quiet beauty that is Monroe County. Located just southwest of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Monroe County boasts Tennessee’s only National Forest, Cherokee National Forest; the Cherohala Skyway, one of America’s Byways; and fantastic attractions like the Lost Sea, Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, Fort Loudoun State Historic Park and Tsali Notch Vineyard.

With a variety of fun for all ages and friendly faces aplenty, Monroe County is your perfect family vacation destination.

www.monroecountytourism.com

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Behind East Tennessee Foundation:

AN INTERVIEW WITH

PRESIDENT & CEO MIKE McCLAMROCH

ANDERSON BLOUNT CAMPBELL CARTER CLAIBORNE COCKE GRAINGER GREENE HAMBLEN HANCOCK HAWKINS JEFFERSON 30

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We want you to tell our readers about who you are! Can you begin by telling us about your childhood?

When you hear “East Tennessee Foundation,” you might immediately think of the many charitable resources this foundation has contributed to East Tennessee over the past 30 years.

From scholarships to wildfire relief funds, this organization has its hand in charity work all across our region, with over $250 million in cumulative grants awarded since 1986. Many, however, do not know the story behind East Tennessee Foundation’s President and CEO, Mr. Mike McClamroch.

Mr. McClamroch graduated from Webb School of Knoxville, Furman University and Cumberland School of Law. He was a lawyer with the firm of Egerton, McAfee, Armistead & Davis as well as an active volunteer in the community before taking the lead role at the East Tennessee Foundation in 2001. He and his team helped build the foundation from total assets worth $30 million to now over $300 million.

We had the privilege of speaking with Mr. McClamroch at his office in downtown Knoxville. Sincere gratitude and thankfulness radiated from Mr. McClamroch as he discussed his upbringing, his faith and family, his present-day accomplishments and what the future may hold.

Tell us about your son. We know he is very important to you.

"I am from Knoxville. My parents are from Knoxville, all the way back to my greatgrandparents, so I am an East Tennessean born and bred. I grew up in the country in West Knoxville and had all kinds of animals growing up. I was the only kid at Sequoyah School who was a member of 4-H. I grew up with lots of space, and we did everything outside. You know, it was a great way to grow up. We had a garden, not because we had to have it to eat. We had a garden because it was great fun. And I still have a garden, I still work in the yard and I still work outside. That’s how I relax."

"It is a huge part of my life. It, in fact, is the driver for almost everything that I do.

I learned a reliance early on where it feels absolutely natural for me, when confronted with a problem, to hand it over to God and ask for guidance and wisdom and strength and the wherewithal to get through it. And that serves me really well."

"He is the most important thing to me. I am continually amazed by him. He is a wonder to behold. I could not be more proud of him, and not just in his accomplishments. He is a great athlete, and a great student, but he also is a deep thinker and really well spoken.

Sometimes it is shocking to me and I have to remind myself that he is only fifteen. I love seeing him be a natural born leader. I love seeing him interact with his peers. He is one of those children who is equally at ease with his peers as he is with adults."

"I would not be here with ETF if I hadn’t had enough faith to take a real jump, a real counter-intuitive jump. You know, I went to a lot of people to seek advice. I went to my dad, and I said, “Dad, they’ve come to talk to me about this job. What do you think?” And he said, “Are you crazy? Your law practice is booming.

You are doing so well. You’ve worked so hard. My advice is no way.” And for your gut, your heart, to tell you that your dad is just dead wrong, because he doesn’t know you as well as God knows you, or you know yourself, that was a hard thing for me to do. But I knew it was the right thing to do, and I called them back and I said, “Yes.”

"Recently, we cooked and served dinner at Knoxville Area Rescue Mission and Michael’s response to that was not, “Oh my gosh, that was such hard work.” We stood for hours and made 34 pork tenderloins.

The hair on both my arms was singed from the oven. It was hard work. His response was, as we got in the car after dinner and were driving home, “If we made a grant out of our fund to KARM, what do you think they need the most?” That’s the stuff that makes you cry as a parent. I believe as parents we cannot impart that to our children—that is a God-given sensibility. I am just gratified that he has it. And he has a lot of it."

Can we talk a little bit about your upbringing as far as your faith is concerned? Is it a big part of your life?

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What sort of goals did you have when you were younger?

"You know, my goals have morphed or matured over time. I was really idealistic at twenty-five. Back then, I really thought that I could reform public policy. But as I grew older and I got deeper into politics, I grew increasingly weary of politics for the sake of politics. Back then, I was the youngest-ever GOP chair and I may be the only GOP chair that counted the seconds until my term ran out. It was an eye-opening experience for me and a great way to pivot and shift gears. I recognized that I needed to figure out a better fit for me to make changes in our community."

"Part of my job is to make sure that everyone here who is crunching numbers or reading grant applications, proofreading the newsletter or whatever it is, feels connected.

To the ones whose lives we are changing.

It is not uncommon for me to read the thank you letters, the gut-wrenching stories, in our staff meetings. I encourage everybody to go on the site visits, to serve on the scholarship committees, to do all of that work. It is what they have to do to stay focused and to remember that their job has meaning, no matter how difficult it is that day.

It is easy for me, because I am at a 20,000-foot level, and at any point, I can go down and get involved in any part of it, but I think that it is important for our team. And it matters."

Tell us a about the East Tennessee Foundation and what you do there.

What ETF accomplishments are you most proud of that have taken place in the last year?

"ETF was founded in 1986 and I joined shortly after 9/11 as the economic crisis of 2001 was underway. Our growth since then has been really significant, with the crash of 2008 sitting right in the middle of that.

We were able to maintain our grantmaking through both crashes, and it provided survival dollars for a lot of organizations, especially arts organizations that would have gone out of business otherwise.

Cumulatively, our grants in the region are over $250 million. That goes a long way and changes a lot of lives in East Tennessee.

We are all proud of that."

"I am proud of so much, but I am most proud of the way our team works with each other to get it all accomplished. This is not false modesty, but anybody that knows the Foundation and sees the way that it works, day in and day out, knows it is not a reflection of me. It is a reflection of this team. I am a part of, always, a larger whole, and the way they respect each other, the way they communicate with each other, the way they are able to advance the mission of the Foundation and just, one after another, set records in all of these accomplishments…it’s a reflection

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BEYOND PASSING THE $ MILLION ASSET MARK, ETF ALSO RECENTLY CELEBRATED: • Over $250 million in cumulative grants awarded since 1986 • The opening of the Pat Summitt Clinic as provided by ETF’s Pat Summitt Foundation • Funding significant disaster relief and recovery support after the devastating wildfires of 2016 • Establishing community funds specific to 16 out of the 25 total counties served as part of the “Give Where You Live” initiative across the region – with more anticipated to occur in 2017

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on them. Overall, I think the thing I am most proud of is our work environment, because it is conducive to success. It makes success not just possible, but likely.

And I am really proud of that."

Looking ahead at the next couple of years, what is the ultimate goal?

"The ultimate goal is to stay in that position where we are managing, guiding and feeding that growth. We are going to be stretching in some areas in which we have never been able to stretch before, and we have done a great job on a meager budget on name recognition and brand recognition. We have done a great job on becoming the conversation starter for meaningful philanthropy in East Tennessee, so we have to continue all that. But we are going to be exploring really fascinating things like mission investing and other things that are going to be really attractive to potential donors, potential fund holders, and will multiply, I hope, exponentially, our impact in the region.

When we get to invest, not just through grants but through investments in projects that are changing people’s lives, our impact and the benefit we provide is going to increase exponentially. I am really excited. We are now positioned to not only watch it happen, because there is nothing passive about any of this, but also to make it happen."

The Foundation is a grant-making institution comprised of over 425 charitable funds established by donors interested in impacting their communities. ETF can accept almost any asset of value. If you have questions about charitable giving, feel free to contact Mike or his staff at 865-524-1223 or visit their website for more information:

www.easttennesseefoundation.org.

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Once-in-a-lifetime

Solar Eclipse Written By Jennifer Porterfield | Eclipse Photo By Dr. Paul Lewis

W

hen was the last time you saw a total solar eclipse?

Chances are, your answer to this question is going to be, “Never.” Even if you have seen a solar eclipse, the likelihood of it having been a total solar eclipse is very slim. But on August 21st, those within what is called the “path of totality” will have a chance to witness a historic event with their own (properly shielded) eyes. And it just so happens this narrow path stretching from Pacific to Atlantic runs right through Sweetwater, Tennessee.

A solar eclipse is when the moon passes between the sun and the earth, fully or partially blocking the sun’s light. According to UT Professor and Director of Space Science Outreach, Paul Lewis, what makes a total solar eclipse so special is the sun’s corona.

All of those wispy trails of heat, much hotter than the surface of the sun itself, are only visible to the naked eye during a total eclipse!

The folks in Sweetwater are not taking this momentous occasion lightly—they have created an entire festival around the eclipse. Tens of thousands of people will witness history while enjoying local

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vendors, including crafters, artists, food vendors and much more. Souvenir t-shirts and viewing glasses will also be available.

All the hotels in the area are already booked for the event, with visitors coming from all over the world to share in the spectacle. Jessica Morgan, who works for the City of Sweetwater, is excited about what this event means for the Sweetwater area. “We are looking forward to tourism dollars to spur economic development, and it’s an educational experience for students locally and regionally, something we will never forget.”

The next total solar eclipse will not happen for another seven years, and there are no guarantees the path of totality will be this close again. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness a scientific phenomenon, make new friends, peruse some local businesses and enjoy a funfilled day out in Sweetwater, Tennessee.

The Solar Eclipse festival in Sweetwater is from 10am to 5pm on August 21st.

Totality will begin around 2:35pm in Sweetwater and typically only lasts a couple of minutes. For more information, visit: www.sweetwatereclipse.com.

Eclipse Safety Tips Whether you choose to watch the eclipse out in Sweetwater or from your own home, remember to always properly protect your eyes. You should never look directly at the sun, even during an eclipse. Viewing packages, which include a t-shirt and certified glasses, are available at http://www. sweetwatertn.net/eclipse.html. If you’re feeling crafty, you can make your own homemade viewing device using household items, like a mirror and an envelope.

Resources for homemade viewers can be found at the NASA website: https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/resources.

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Solar Eclipse Viewing Events

Standing In The Shadow Of The Moon #Totality in Tellico Sponsored by The Charles Hall Museum and Monroe County Tourism

Tellico Saturday August 19

Weiner Wagon will sell hot dogs, nachos and cheese, candy, chips, and drinks.

4:30-5:30 p.m.- Astronomy informative videos including Total Solar Eclipse scenes.

Charles Hall Museum Building 2 Meeting Room 1O a.m.-Noon - Native American Dream Catcher Class.

Local Tellico Plains resident, Cherokee descendant, and artisan, Tonya Dockery will guide you in creating a handmade dream catcher.

Supplies include our native grapevines, along with feathers, leather, sinew, and beads. During the instruction, Tonya will recite Native American historical, cultural, and spiritual stories about our solar system including the function of the dream catcher. Class size is limited to 20. Cost that includes supplies: $15 Register by emailing Pam at charleshallmuseum@hotmail.com or calling 423-253-2111.

Garden Area 8-10 p.m. - Starry Night In Tellico Plains #The Milky Way Star Party (Weatherpermitting) Hosted by The Smoky Mountain Astronomical Society. Bring binoculars, telescope, lawn chair, drink, and if desired a bag of Milky Ways, Star Bursts, or Moon Pies to share. Soft drinks and water will be available for a fee. Enter the field behind the Visitors Center by the Walking Bridge in the Garden area of the Walking Trail Astronomy Club members will man 10-12 Telescopes in the Field beside the Garden Spot. They will allow folks to gaze through the telescopes as they point out the marvels of our night skies. Handouts will be available. For more information go to www.smokymtnastro.org.

(8p.m. Star Gazing Party if weather did not permit on Saturday)

Sunday August 20

12-3:30 p.m- Appearing on a trailer in the south side of the field and using a state of the art PA system will be McKee Promotions. The DJ ‘s will start the Eclipse Party with star themed music. Tonya Dockery, a Cherokee Story Teller and local resident, will entertain the crowd with traditional and historical Cherokee stories about the Milky Way and the Cherokee’s connection to the sun, moon, and stars. Members of the Smoky Mountain Astronomical Society will describe the details of the skies beginning an hour before the eclipse and during the eclipse. Warning: Do not look in the area of the sun without eclipse glasses!

The Charles Hall Museum and the Visitor’s Center currently have eclipse glasses, but they are selling fast! An amateur Weather person will announce the changes in temperature, humidity, and wind.

Noon-4:30 p.m.- The 1962 complete first two shows of the Jetsons and the 1965 first two shows of Lost in Space will play.

4:30-6:30 p.m. - Star Trek II The Wrath of Khan.

Inside the Visitor’s Center and Charles Hall Museum Building 1 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.- Star theme videos will show through the day.

6:30-8 p.m.-20 minute video will loop on Star Gazing basics and our August night skies as folks gather in the field beside the Garden Area for the Star Gazing Party to begin at dark.

Charles Hall Museum Building 2 Meeting Room 9 a.m.-11 a.m.- Biblical “sky’’ experiences from a Christian perspective will loop in Building II.

Inside the Visitor’s Center and Charles Hall Museum Building 1 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.- Star theme videos will show through out the day including eclipse videos, clips of the first 1962 Jetsons television show, the first 1965 Lost in Space television show, John Glenn’s 1962 first orbit around the earth, Neil Armstrong’s 1972 walk on the Moon, and Michael Jackson’s 1982 first Moonwalk dance!

12:30-2:30 p.m.-Native American Dream Catcher Class In this 1.5-2 hour class, local Tellico Plains resident and artisan, Tonya Dockery will guide you in creating a handmade dream catcher. Supplies include our native grapevines, along with feathers, leather, sinew, and beads. During the instruction, Tonya will recite Native American historical, cultural, and spiritual stories about the function of the dream catcher. Class size is limited to 20. Cost that includes supplies: $15. Pre-register by at charleshallmuseum@ hotmail.com or calling 423-253-2111.

Outside the Visitor’s Center, the Charles Hall Museum’s buildings, and the Garden Area 1-9 p.m. - WoodSongs SongFarmers of Tellico Plains First Annual Song Harvest Festival. Multiple jams will be held under the different shade canopies. All ages are invited to listen, sing, or bring acoustic instruments to play.

Bring a chair, snacks, or non-alcoholic beverages.

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2:30-3:30 p.m.- NASA’s Space journeys including John Glenn’s first orbit around the earth in 1962 and Apollo 11 ‘s Neil Armstrongs Walk on the Moon.

3:30-4:30 p.m.- Lost in Space TV Show, Season 1, Episodes 1 & 2.

Monday August 21 The Charles Hall Field 7 a.m.-5 p.m.-Cost to park in the field: $5/car A southern view of the sky will provide an excellent view of the eclipse. Enter the west side of the field by the Skyway Realty Sign on Bank Street and across from Hardees. You can access the Museum, Library, and Visitor’s Center from the walking trail beside the east side of the field.

Brink drinks, lawn chair, hat, sunscreen, sun umbrella, and eclipse viewing glasses.

The Charles Hall Field Weiner Wagon will sell hot dogs, nachos and cheese, candy, chips, and drinks.

Inside the Visitor’s Center and Charles Hall Museum Building 1 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.- Star theme videos will show throughout the day.

Charles Hall Museum Building 2 Meeting Room 10-11 a.m.- NASA’s Space journeys including John Glenn’s first orbit around the earth in 1962 and

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Apollo 11 ‘s Neil Armstrong’s Walk on the Moon. ll a.m.-3 p.m.- NASA’s Live Stream video (hopefully) This is a non-alcoholic event. Restrooms are available inside the Visitor’s Center and both buildings of the Charles Hall Museum. Admission is free to the Charles Hall Museum. Portable potties are available in the Charles Hall field behind the Visitor’s Center and Library. A Weiner Wagon with hot dogs, snacks, and drinks will be available 1-9 on Saturday and 10-4 on Monday. Never view the sun without eclipse glasses including during an eclipse!

Maryville Monday August 21 Harmony Family Center The Harmony Family Center in Maryville will be hosting an eclipse viewing party. The pool and basketball courts will be open. There will be food and beer trucks. The center will have experts speaking at the event. Attendees will receive viewing glasses. People are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets. Tickets can be purchased for $25 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.

T-shirts and sweatshirts can be purchased when getting tickets online. For more information, visit HarmonyFamilyCenter.org.

Townsend Monday August 21 Totality Tuber Solar Eclipse Celebration at River Rat Tubing The Totality Tuber Eclipse Celebration will take place during the total solar eclipse from 11a.m. until 8p.m. at River Rat Tubing in Townsend.

Tubers will be able to float down the river for a unique perspective of the eclipse, and walk away with a commemorative t-shirt as well.

There will be live music and family activities at the main building. Note: You may not be able to see the actual eclipse while floating down the river, but you will be able to experience one and a half minutes of near-darkness on the water which could make for a thrilling experience!

There is a $15 per person fee. Price includes tubing and the t-shirt. For more information visit smokymtnriverrat.com/tubing/ Cades Cove The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting an informal eclipse viewing site at Cable Mill in Cades Cove. There will be no charge to

participate. Vehicle access to these sites, though, may be closed when parking becomes full or roads become congested.

Clingman’s Dome Clingmans Dome Trailhead parking area will be converted to a special ticketed event site for experiencing the eclipse with the assistance of experts, educational exhibits, and story tellers.

Ocanuluftee The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting an informal eclipse viewing site at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. There will be no charge to participate. Vehicle access to these sites, though, may be closed when parking becomes full or roads become congested.

Madisonville Monday August 21 Total Eclipse of the Park at Houston Park Picnic will be held at Houston Park on Monday, August 21st from 11 am until 4 pm. There will be food, drinks and snacks, vendors, and music.

The city officials will be awarding prizes to the winners of the recycled art project contest at 3 pm that day at the library. T-shirts and special eclipse glasses are now on sale at the Madisonville Library and at City Hall and will be available to purchase at the event as well.

Madisonville is in the path for a total eclipse at 2:32 pm so come and join the fun at our beautiful Houston Park.

Vonore Monday August 21 Fort Loudoun State Historic Park 12:30pm-3pm - Join us for this historical event at this historical park. The solar eclipse is one giant cover up when the full moon is in line with the sun and earth blocking the sun’s light. The fort will experience the full eclipse beginning at 2:33 p.m. and will last approximately two and a half minutes, the longest for any East Tennessee State Park. Eclipse glasses will be provided to protect your eyes. In addition to the viewing, learn about 18th century beliefs of solar eclipses as well as the actual science behind the sun’s cover-up.

Sweetwater Friday August 18 Downtown Sweetwater Vendor setup open beginning at 5pm.

Sunday August 20 Downtown Sweetwater Movies in the park - beginning at dusk.

Monday August 21 Downtown Sweetwater 7 am - Shuttle begins from Sweetwater Flea Market and pre-sell parking.

10 am - Festival begins Duck Park Bandstand (Main Stage) The Joey Pierce Project 10-Noon Romeo Kings Noon- 2pm.

Traincar Park- Live with WBIR Gazebo Mr. Charlie Price, Apollo Engineer 10 am, 12 pm, Countdown to Totality, Learn to moonwalk with Salt & Light Studios- 11 am Dancing in the Streets- 3:30-5 p.m.

Depot 98.3 Broadcast, Little Pete’s Train Rides Corner of Main & North Danette McCrary For additional information visit www. monroecountytourism.com/total-solar-eclipse/ McMinn County Niota Solar Eclipse Festival 12:30pm - Concert with the Michael Mayes Family, Vicky Gould, and Ron Calypon. Food vendors 2 Dudes BBQ, Nacho Mama’s, and Sugar Shack.

Speaker Michael Genest, a 37 year veteran of the U.S. space program and the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Free Solar Glasses available.

For more information call Niota City Hall at (423) 568-2584 Central High School Bill McConkey, physics instructor at McMinn Central High School (located between Etowah and Englewood), is planning a “Great American solar eclipse” party on the campus of Central High School. The school is inviting everyone who would like to safely view the eclipse onto our campus on August 21, 2017. McConkey and his students will have a few telescopes set up with solar filters as well as safe viewing devices that will have a rear projection set up with pinhole camera type boxes. For more information contact McConkey by 423-263-5541 or by email, wmcconkey@mcminnschools.com

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Viewing The Solar Eclipse: What You Need To Know Written By Dr. Brent Fry

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solar eclipse is a very rare and awe-inspiring event that occurs when the moon moves into the direct path between the sun and the earth. As the moon begins to block the rays of the sun from earth, the sun will begin to disappear from view for a brief moment in time. All of those who experience a total eclipse of the sun will surely be impacted by the event, an event in which they will likely never forget.

Unfortunately, a total or partial eclipse can also be very dangerous to our eyes.

The intensity of the sun can cause irreversible damage to our retina, the back portion of the eye that converts light through a complex process leading to vision. If sunlight is intensified, as during a solar eclipse, and not properly filtered, it can cause thermal burns to the retina. This condition, called solar retinopathy, can be permanent and lead to blindness in extreme cases.

There are several ways one can view a solar eclipse. Only a few of these are recommended and we will discuss proper and improper ways to view a solar eclipse.

Improper ways to view an eclipse which may lead to permanent damage and/or blindness:

• NEVER- look at a solar eclipse directly unless it is during the few moments of a

total eclipse. When the moon completely obstructs the sun’s rays, it is safe to view the phenomenon directly. Unfortunately, this event occurs for a brief moment in time and is preceded and followed by a time which can cause irreversible damage to the eyes. You must use EXTREME CAUTION if viewing a total eclipse directly with your naked eyes.

• NEVER- view an eclipse through sunglasses or other filters unless they are designed and approved for viewing an eclipse. For detailed information on proper lenses, please reference this article on nasa.gov website: https:// eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEhelp/safety2.html • NEVER- view an eclipse through a pinhole. The use of a pinhole is only to be used to project the image of the eclipse on a screen to view the eclipse indirectly.

• NEVER- view an eclipse through any lenses such as cameras, binoculars, telescopes, etc…Photographing an eclipse is fine and encouraged if you do it properly, using a solar filter to protect the sensor. DO NOT attempt to photograph an eclipse by looking through a viewfinder in the camera, even with solar glasses! You can look at a screen image on your camera, but never look through the viewfinder as this will intensify the damaging rays of the sun.

Proper ways to view an eclipse:

• Use hand-held solar viewers or solar eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 international standard. Take caution to always look away from the eclipse when removing the solar filters from your eyes.

• You can use a pinhole to project the image of the eclipse onto a screen. This technique must be performed properly.

Those viewing the screen should be facing in the opposite direction of the eclipse and take caution never to look directly toward the eclipse.

• Direct viewing of the eclipse can be done safely ONLY during the brief period of total eclipse. EXTREME CAUTION must be taken when viewing the total eclipse with the naked eyes.

For a detailed description of how to properly view a solar eclipse without damaging your eyes, visit: http://www. space.com/35555-total-solar-eclipsesafety-tips.html The next total solar eclipse will take place on August 21 at 2:33:27 PM EDT and will last for 1 m 20 sec viewed from the Farragut area. This is a beautiful phenomenon in nature and will be remembered by all who experience it.

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HIWASSEE TIGERS FIRST EVER WIN AT NCCAA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT The Tigers made their return to Mason, Ohio to participate in the NCCAA World Series this past week. This marked the second year in a row making it to the national tournament and the Tigers were seeded 10th.

Hiwassee College baseball posted its first ever win at any NCCAA National Tournament in school history. The Tigers ended the season with their third straight 30 win season by posting a 31-21 overall record and finished ranked 8th in the nation.

In the third game of pool play, the Tigers faced a familiar foe in Oakland City University (IN) (NCAA Division 2). The Tigers got on the board early and never looked back in route to the programs first ever win at the World Series. Jake Williamson threw a complete game and scattered 6 hits over 9 innings.

His performance earned a spot on the All World Series Team. The Tigers won 8-1 and remained alive for a semi-final berth.

In the final game of pool play, The Tigers faced off against Bethesda University (CA) (NAIA) with the winner remaining alive for a National Semi-Final berth. Both starting pitchers were outstanding as Cameron Alday matched the Flames starter pitch for pitch. Bethesda plated 2 runs in the 5th and another 2 in the 7th to push their lead to 4-0. The Tigers left 8 runners on base and could not push across a run. The Flames took the game 4-0. The loss, eliminated the Tigers from advancing to the semi-finals.

Head Coach Shane Gardner went on to say, “We had chances all week to drive runs in but could not get the big hit when we needed it.

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All in all, we are happy with the win and setting that record but we really feel like we left some wins on the board. Going into the last game and having a chance to play in the semi-finals was a testament to this team and how they never quit.

We only had 3 seniors so we feel like we can get back next year and have a shot to win it.”

The baseball team also participated in community service while at the World Series. Men’s Wearhouse donated shoes to Matthews 25: Ministries, a non-profit organization that aid and assist more than 20 million people during major disasters and individuals who live in poverty in third world countries. The baseball team helped to sort out shoes and pack them into boxes to be sent across the world.

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WATER POWER Five Area Dams That Helped Shape Our Region The mighty structures known as dams have been an integral method for controlling water levels and producing energy since ancient times. On the Little Tennessee and Cheoah Rivers sit five dams that helped to shape our region. These looming historic landmarks are certainly worth a visit, both for the history they embody and the beauty of their surroundings.

Cheoah Dam The oldest of the dams, Tapoco (the Tallahassee Power Company) began construction on the Cheoah Dam, located in North Carolina on the Little Tennessee River, in 1916. Workers completed the dam in 1919. At the time of its completion, Cheoah Dam was the world’s highest overflow dam at 225 feet. Fun fact – this dam was also a filming location for the movie The Fugitive! In 2004, Cheoah Dam was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

SHOOTING THE MOVIE, THE FUGIITIVE: Dr. Richard Kimble’s (Harrison Ford) Kimble escapes Dep. U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard (Tommy Lee Jones) by jumping off the dam - Cheoah Dam, Graham County, North Carolina

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Couple viewing Lake Santeetlah from Lucky Point, 1940s.

Lake Santeetlah was formed in 1928 by the construction of Santeetlah Dam by a subsidiary of Aluminum Company of America.

The 212-foot-high dam created the lake of 2,863 acres and 76 miles of shoreline.

Santeetlah Dam Another dam from the Tapoco Project, construction of the Santeetlah Dam began around 1926 and was completed in 1928. Standing 212 feet high, the dam was one of the first structures to be built using vibratory damping to control concrete quality. The dam is located on the Cheoah River in Graham County, North Carolina, and the entire development consists of the dam, a pipeline/tunnel facility and powerhouse. Like Cheoah Dam, Santeetlah was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

This postcard probably dates from the 1930s. It is a view of Santeetlah Dam looking southward from near Gold Mine Branch. Funnel Top Mountain can be seen in the top right.

This postcard from the 1950s is looking across the top of Santeetlah Dam in a northeastward direction. Old US 129 is the road visible along the lake shore.

Mark Singleton Photo

Today, the recreational features of Lake Santeetlah are better than ever. The lake is maintained at constant levels, and much of the shoreline remains undeveloped. Fishing is excellent, and the are many secluded coves to explore. Lake Santeetlah remains a special place.

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Fontana Dam Although not officially part of the “Tapoco Project,” Fontana Dam is the primary flow control facility for the lower Little Tennessee River, controlling Cheoah, Calderwood and Chilhowee. It was built in the early 1940s and was a collaborative effort between Alcoa and TVA. Through an agreement between the two, TVA held possession of the dam and control of its releases while guaranteeing Alcoa would be the primary benefactor of its electrical output for at least 20 years. To house the dam’s workers, the village of Welch Cove (later renamed Fontana Village) was constructed just south of the dam. The dam is 480 feet tall, and at the time of its construction, it was the tallest dam in the world! More importantly, the dam provided crucial energy for aluminum production in the closing months of World War II. Fontana dam is so high that gates on top of the dam are impossible, as the falling water could undermine the dam’s foundation. Some of the statistics regarding the construction of the dam are most interesting. The dam reaches an elevation of 1,727 feet and is 480 feet high, 376 feet wide at its base. A 22-foot road crosses the top of the dam, and lake waters can be released through tunnel spillways. The reservoir extends 30 miles into the mountains, covering 7,276 cleared acres, 10,530 acres at full pool. The shoreline measures 240 miles. The first generator was placed in operation in January 1945 and puts out 67,000 kilowatts. A second came into production in March of that same year and a third in February 1954. The rated continuous output is now 202,500 kilowatts.

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There was a total of 2,171,100 cubic yards of excavation; 760,000 cubic yards of fill; 2,813,000 cubic yards of concrete; 5,000 tons of reinforcing steel; 700 tons of structural steel; 4,679,900 square feet of forms; 97,500 cubic feet of grout; and 274,700 linear feet of cooling pipe used in the construction of the dam. Construction started January 1, 1942, and dam closure (beginning of reservoir filling) was November 7, 1944.

A rare water release from Fontana Lake, through tunnels once used as diversions for the Little Tennessee River while the dam was under construction.

Fontana: Facts + Figures Construction of Fontana Dam began in 1942 and was completed in 1944.

Fontana Dam is a hydroelectric facility. It has three generating units with a net dependable capacity of 304 megawatts. Net dependable capacity is the amount of power a dam can produce on an average day, minus the electricity used by the dam itself.

The dam is 480 feet high and stretches 2,365 feet across the Little Tennessee River.

Fontana Reservoir provides 238 miles of shoreline and 10,230 acres of water surface for recreation activities.

In a year with normal rainfall, the water level in Fontana Reservoir varies about 56 feet from summer to winter to provide seasonal flood storage.

Fontana has a flood-storage capacity of 514,000 acre-feet.

The Fontana Dam Visitor Center opens in May.

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Much of the lake has been essentially drained since September 2015. That’s when Brookfield dropped the lake’s water level 40 feet below normal to allow crews to inspect and repair seepage problems at the dam. The drained reservoir has attracted spectators interested in a peek at the past. The low water level has revealed old bridges, roads, and building foundations on the lake bed from the days before Chilhowee Dam was built in the 1950s.

Chilhowee Dam The youngest of the dams, Chilhowee Dam is located on the Little Tennessee River in Blount and Monroe Counties. Construction began in 1955 and was completed in 1957, and it resulted in Chilhowee Lake, a 10-mile reservoir between Chilhowee and Calderwood Dams. The dam and its powerhouse, which is equipped with three Kaplan turbines with a generating capacity of 48 megawatts, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

After a year and a half of inspections and repairs, crews say Chilhowee Dam is on track to reopen this summer.

Calderwood Dam, along the Little Tennessee River in Blount County, Tennessee, USA. The sixth gate from the far end of the dam is open, allowing the white streak of water to spill over.

Calderwood Dam Completed in 1930, the Calderwood Dam is a hydroelectric dam located along the Little Tennessee River in both Blount and Monroe Counties. The dam was named after an Alcoa engineer (Isaac Glidden Calderwood), who supervised the dam’s early operations. Calderwood was one of the last dams to be completed before TVA took over the watershed in 1933. Calderwood, Tennessee, resulted from the dam construction, as it was created to house construction and maintenance crews. Calderwood Dam joined the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

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Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners purchased Tapoco’s four dams in 2012 and renamed the operation Smoky Mountain Hydropower. Along with the Chilhowee Dam, Brookfield operates the Calderwood Dam and Cheoah Dam upstream from Chilhowee on the Little Tennessee River. The Santeetlah Dam was also obtained as part of the Tapoco purchase.

Directions to Tapoco Lodge and the surrounding Dams.

From Monroe County via the Cherohala Skyway Beginning at the Cherohala Skyway Welcome Center in Tellico Plains, TN (225 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN 37385), head southeast on Cherohala Skyway/Unicoi Turnpike toward Herford St. Continue to follow the Cherohala Skyway into North Carolina. (41.3 miles) Turn left onto Santeetlah Rd. In 2.3 miles turn right onto Joyce Kilmer Rd. In 5.9 miles, turn left onto US-129 N/Tapoco Rd. In 7.1 miles, turn left onto County Rd 1130. Continue on this road for 374 feet until you reach the Tapoco Lodge.

From Blount County via The Dragon Beginning at Maryville City Municipal Building (400 W Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37801) Head southwest on US-411S/W Broadway Ave toward Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Continue to follow on US-411 S for 5.5 miles. Turn left onto US-129S (the Dragon). You will enter North Carolina. Stay on US-129S for 35.3 miles. Take a slight right onto County Rd 1130 and in 374 ft, you will reach your destination.

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Find Your Adventure At The Historic Tapoco Lodge NAMED AFTER TALLAHASSEE POWER COMPANY The Tallassee Power Company began construction of the first of five dams in 1916. The Tapoco Lodge was built by the Aluminum Company of America as part of the hydroelectric efforts in Graham and Swain counties of North Carolina. The lodge itself was used for company functions while the town of Tapoco on the property provided housing for hundreds of dam workers.

If you love the outdoors and adventure, Tapoco Lodge is for you! In 1930, the Tapoco Lodge was built in the Nantahala National Forest to house workers for hydroelectric dams. Now that lodge is a dream spot for active vacationers.

The area around Tapoco Lodge offers 10 miles of hiking trails for all experience levels, as well as paths for mountain and road biking. Prefer to fly instead of walk? There are several ziplines in the area!

For water lovers, fly fishing is available on lodge property, and lake fishing and boating are also available at lakes nearby. If you are looking for a different sort of adventure, Cheoah and Nantahala Rivers offer whitewater rafting, canoeing and kayaking.

On calmer days, you can visit the Cheoah Dam, featured in the movie The Fugitive, the Kilmer Memorial Forest or take a scenic drive on the Cherohala Skyway. Adventurous drivers can also explore the popular winding road known as The Dragon, which will keep you on your toes with its 318 curves in 11 miles.

Tapoco Lodge has rooms varying from spacious lodge suites to cabin rooms with scenic views.

Private areas are available on the property for retreats, meetings or weddings. Book your stay now by visiting http://www.tapocolodge.com.

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TAV E R N The “Dam Drink," a popular drink from the cozy bar at Topoco Lodge Tavern, made with Jim Beam Bourbon, sweet tea and local honey from Wehrloom.

The Tapoco River Grill also stocks 40 brands of craft beer.

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Perched on the banks of the world famous Cheoah River, Tapoco Tavern combines the very best of classic pizzeria and all-American flavors with a view and environment unmatched in all of Western Carolina. Order up a brick oven pizza for the family or indulge in the house favorite, “The Dam Drink” from our full-service bar. From steaks, burgers, salads, hummus and local Carolina Mountain trout, there’s something for everyone.

New for 2016 – Our Tapoco Tavern has been renovated and expanded. Now offering a full lunch and dinner menu. We have plenty of indoor seating, or relax at the outdoor riverfront tables. Private room available for groups.

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hough the spotlight for high school sports might always be on the grand spectacle that is American Football, other sports hold just as much meaning to the students, coaches, and parents who participate. Though void of many of the grandeur of the Friday night lights, these sports develop a sense of teamwork and the spirit of competition that will last a lifetime. For those on the Farragut Swim Team, this is no exception.

The Farragut Swim Team was formed with the sole intention of developing swimming skills in young students.

Although the ability to make an open field tackle or to kick a soccer ball with the perfect amount of weight might be useful on the field, swimming offers a unique skill that serves as a trait that has the potential to save lives, making it arguably the most useful sport in terms of lifelong practicality. The Farragut Swim Team has grown incredibly in the past decade, both in the number of swimmers and its quality. The Middle School Team, which was established 5 years ago, has since blossomed and now showcases over 60 of Farragut Middle School’s best.

Development at a young age is key, and many of these swimmers will go on to practice and compete on the High School team and beyond. In fact, many of the

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Farragut Swim Team’s senior swimmers have gone on to swim at the college level.

Brenda McGrath, the team manager for the past five years, has played an integral role in developing the program to the high standards of competition that it showcases today. “We know how important it is to develop the skills of swimming at a young age, so we try to make the process as competitive as possible. We attempt to follow all TSSAA standards. Doing so makes for a more competitive and overall productive environment for our swimmers.“ Brenda has had a hand in all aspects of the team: from coaching selections to organization of meets, but knows it’s a group effort. “I cannot express how valuable the parents of our kids are.

Anyone who has been to a swim meet knows it can be sheer chaos at times: without the parents and their dedication to the team this would not be possible.”

Coaching is also a huge part of what makes the Farragut Swim Team jive. Head coach Cameron Higdon, who swam at the college level, has been coaching the team for 2 years now. “Cameron is a wonderful coach and leader for our teams”, says Brenda.

“We have had the luxury of some great coaches throughout my time as manager for the team.”

The Farragut Swim season starts after Labor Day, with team practices 3 times a week (2 per week for the middle school) for the duration of the season. Meets are held on Sundays at the UT Aquatic Center, giving a grand setting for the nearly 100 competing students. The team competes in standard swimming competitions, as well as diving competitions. The team holds meets against universal rivals such as Bearden, Hardin Valley, and Maryville.

Those who wish to experience these competitions are welcome to come out and show your support!

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CloseAffordable to Healthcare, Home. Quality The Chamber’s 30th Year Continues to Be a Busy One

Filled with New Opportunities and Accomplishments.

Here are just a few highlights from the past several months:

EDUCATION REMAINS TOP PRIORITY One of the Chamber’s proudest programs is its Continuing Education Scholarship program.

Member businesses may apply at any time of the year to be reimbursed for education courses or conferences that advance them in their industry. The Executive Board reviews all applications and determines eligibility and the awarded amount, up to $500. To date, over 125 scholarships have been awarded.

SPEAKER SERIES FEATURES: GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATE Throughout the year, Chamber business members and the general public alike have the chance to attend the Chamber’s Breakfast Speaker Series.

In March 2017, the Chamber was thrilled to again host Radio Systems Corporation founder (parent company of PetSafe and Invisible Fence brands), Randy Boyd at Rothchild Catering and Conference Center.

Boyd, who built the Knoxville based pet supply company into a multi-million dollar enterprise, also started the TNAchieves program which has provided free tuition for students attending community colleges across the state.

Boyd discussed his time serving under Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam as the Commissioner of Economic Development in a manner that was both engaging and relatable. When asked how he would sell the state of Tennessee, Boyd affably replied: “Remember, I sell an INVISIBLE fence!” Boyd would later make his formal announcement for his run for the next Tennessee Governor.

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On occasion, the Chamber has also awarded several of its student interns with a scholarship.

Students have received scholarships in varying amounts based on the merit of their work.

Thanks to a newly joined Admiral Elite Enterprise member, the Farragut-headquartered SouthEast Bank, the Chamber was overjoyed to present two first-time scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each to its most recent student interns from Farragut High School.

GIVE TO GET Giving back to the community it serves is one of the best parts of the Chamber’s “job” in the area. For any event that is associated with a ticket purchase, the Chamber gives back a portion of the ticket price to an area charity.

The Chamber turns to its Board, Ambassadors and general membership for suggestions where the most impact might be for non-profit giving. For its 30th Anniversary Auction: “Born to be Wild”, the Chamber turned to a member for a suggestion and was put in contact with The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation.

The Butterfly fund of East Tennessee is a non-profit, founded by the Harrill and Barger families, was started in 2008 in memory of their daughters who each passed from a terminal childhood cancer. Childhood cancers, as compared to adult cancers, are severely under-researched and underfunded. Of every 5 children diagnosed, 1 dies.

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Bringing Out The Natural Beauty Of Wood Located in the midst of one of the most biodiverse areas of the United States, Everhart Lumber Company, LLC, specializes in high quality timber products. Using locally “rescued” old growth wood, Everhart has created a niche for Extra Wide Wood Slabs from huge trees that are carefully selected for their distinctively unique grain, coloring and textures. These slabs, up to 80” wide and 6” thick, are available as rough sawn lumber as well as sanded, filled and finished slabs. Everhart’s crafts people design and build magnificent furniture and countertops from slabs with minimal processing in order to unleash the wood’s natural beauty.

With a history of more than 100 years in the lumber industry, Everhart’s firmly rooted skills naturally evolved into the development of these extraordinary log slabs.

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This lumber mill was built by Babcock, on the site of present day Everhart Lumber Company after a fire destroyed the Tellico River Lumber Company Plant in 1943.

Deborah and Thayman Everhart Danny McFalls stands with pieces of a grand tree that will be resurrected into a functional object with artistic flair.

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The present owners, Danny McFalls and Deborah (Everhart) McFalls, bought into the company in 1984 and became sole owners of the company in 2005.

Upon acquiring sole ownership, Danny and Deborah changed the focus of the company’s products and services to address the ever-changing needs of their customers, including a renewed interest in wood designed homes and the use of

timbers in rustic and contemporary homes and in commercial buildings.

Everhart Lumber Company is located in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, a town steeped in the lumber business. Records and photos from the late 18v00s document the tradition of the timber industry which created a booming town in the valley of the Tellico River, at the edge of thousands of acres of mountain forest. Everhart Lumber operates on a site where lumber operations have occurred continuously for over 100 years.

These past operations were described in 1912 as “the largest lumber mill in the South” as the Tellico River Lumber Company Plant, owned

by Babcock Land and Lumber Company.

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Top: The Everhart Lumber Showroom features large selection of custom made furniture, decor and more.

Middle: New House with an Aged, Natural, Rustic Character. Everhart work included Sassafras siding, Cedar shingles, Reclaimed antique barn wood for flooring and paneling, old oak boards for stair treads and hand rail, Hickory bar top.

Bottom: Everhart custom made the wood beams for this beautiful bridge over the Tellico River.

For the customer who wants to build their own furniture, they offer kiln dry wood already commercially sanded and ready to be made into that special piece for their home.

The 3,000 square foot Showroom and Furniture Gallery, completed in 2009, was designed to help customers see Everhart Lumber Company’s wood products in a finished form. The Everhart showroom displays an amazing array of wood products.

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Happenings: June 3-27 & May 25- August 27 Roots of Wisdom: Native Knowledge. Shared Science.

Where: The Farragut Museum, 11408 Municipal Center Dr. Farragut, TN 37934.

When: 10am-4:30pm The Farragut Museum is hosting an event featuring a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit. Roots of Wisdom: Native Knowledge. Shared Science. This exhibit is focused on local and global ecosystems that face serious environmental challenges. Innovative techniques using a mixture of traditional and modern methods to restore the environment are featured in this exhibit. Much of these techniques come from groups such as the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, Tulalip Tribes, Eastern Band of Cherokee, and Native Hawaiians.

For more information call (865) 218-3377 or visit townoffarragut.org/186/Farragut-Museum

June 5- July 28 KMA Summer Art Academy Where: 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive The Knoxville Museum of Art is hosting their annual Summer Art Academy.

This event gives parents a chance to let their children’s imagination flourish with educational artistic activities. These activities include drawing, painting, sculpture, and more. Age groups range from 3 to 13 and above. For additional information regarding times and prices call 865-525-6101 ex: 241 or visit knoxart.org/index.html June 5- July 31 YMCA Summer Day Camp Lights, Camera, Action...A Day at the Movies. The Y is having a children’s film themed summer camp.

This camp is ranged for children in Kindergarten through the age of 12. Each week will have a theme based on favorite children’s films such as Zootopia, How to Train Your Dragon, and Toy Story. Each week will include activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and programs meant to encourage your child to build social skills. For more information regarding dates, times, etc contact the YMCA at 865-525-9622. A list of weekly events and locations is available at ymcaknoxville.org/youthdevelopment/camp June 10- September Second Saturday at the Cove Where: The Cove at Concord 11808 Northshore Drive When: 6pm-8pm The Second Saturday Concerts at The Cove

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will continue this year with a wide variety of entertainment for the entire family. The free concerts, held the Second Saturday of each month, June through September. knoxcounty.org/news/news.php?id=605 June 15 Shrimp Boil: Peelin’, Eatin’, & Politickin’ Where: 205 W. Jackson Avenue Knoxville When: 5pm-7pm The eighth annual Shrimp Boil event will feature great food, music, and top business and community leaders. Elected officials and others from across Tennessee are invited to this extraordinary affair traditionally held in June. For additional information visit www. knoxvillechamber.com or call (865) 637-4550 June 16 Lawnchair Concert Series presents Guy Marshall Band, Roger Alan Wade & Carrie Welling Where: Founders Park at Campbell Station When: 6 - 9:30pm Bring your friends, family, pets, blankets or lawn chairs and come join us for a fantastic evening of music in the park. This is a free event! For more information visit, www.facebook.com/lawnchairconcertseries/ June 16 & 17 Darren Knight- Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour Where: Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, 500 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915 When: 7:30pm Bang Productions presents Darren Knight’s 2017 Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour. For more information visit https://comediandarrenknight.com June 17 Karm Dragon Boat Festival Where: The Cove at Concord Park 11808 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville When: 8am-4pm Join us as Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM) celebrates the 15th Annual KARM Dragon Boat Festival at the Cove at Concord Park. Paddlers competing in the KARM Dragon Boat Festival commit to raise pledges in order to support the many life-saving programs that KARM offers the homeless in our community. For additional information call (865) 673-6540 or visit karm. org/DRAGONBOATS/

June 17 Big Kahuna Wing Festival Where: 1600 World’s Fair Park Dr., Knoxville, TN 37916 When: 12pm-8pm Live music, cold beverages, and the best wings in the south!

Come on down to the Big Kahuna Wing Festival to enjoy over 15,000 lbs. of the best wings around. For additional information visit www.bkwfestival.com/information June 17 Bark in the Park Where: World’s Fair Park When: 3pm-7pm Kick off the summer with all things “DOG” at HSTV’s biggest annual community event, Bark in the Park. Participate in activities for people and pooches; visit pet businesses and rescue booths while enjoying food and drink from our vendors.

Your four-legged friends can participate in games and contests. Take a refreshment break at the Barkin’ Beer Garden. Stick around to find out which classy canines will be crowned Mr. & Ms. Bark at the end of the festival. $10 entry at gate.

Kids 13 and under are free. For more information visit www.humanesocietytennessee.com/bark-inthe-park-2017/

June 17 Knoxville Brewfest Where: 701 Gay Street Downtown Knoxville When: 4pm-8pm It’s the 7th Annual Knoxville Brewfest. Join in for a celebration of beer, Knoxville style!

Breweries, beer and enthusiasts from all over will gather for a Summer afternoon sampling fresh beers of all colors, styles and flavors. ALL net proceeds of the Fest benefit CureDuchenne. knoxvillebrewfest.com

June 18 Father’s Day June 25 Blues Cruise on the Tennessee River Featuring Mighty Blue Join us for the 2017 Smokey Mountain Blues Cruises Tickets in advance $16.00. Tickets at the door $20.00. Boarding 3:00pm, Cruise 4:00-7:00pm.

For more information visit www.tnriverboat.com/blues-cruises-2/ July 2 Blues Cruise on the Tennessee River Featuring Devon Jones & Friends For more information visit www.tnriverboat.com/blues-cruises-2/ July 4 Happy 4th of July!

Check out all the events happening in Farragut on page 14.

July 8 Blues Jam at West End Where: West End in Farragut One day retail event at The West End Shopping Center featuring Farragut merchants and 5 bands.

Special discounts, attractions, giveaways and food will be available as guests jam to live music from 4-10pm. This event is free! Come join us! facebook.com/shopfarragut or see page.

July 8 KMA Family Fun Day Where: 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive When: 11am-3pm FREE! The day is packed with art-making stations, artist demonstrations, face painting, continuous entertainment on stage, magic shows, gallery tours, and live music. For additional information call 865525-6101 ex: 246 or visit knoxart.org/index.html July 14 The Lawn Chair Concert Series Presents Nick Dittmeier & The Saw Where: Founders Park at Campbell Station When: 6 - 9:30pm Join us on the Lawn of Founders Park for a night of Music, Food and Fun. Featuring: Adeem the Artist, Jubal and Nick Dittmeier & The Sawdusters. Free and family friendly. For more information visit, www.facebook.com/lawnchairconcertseries/

July 23 Blues Cruise on the Tennessee River Featuring The Stella Vees For more information visit www.tnriverboat. com/blues-cruises-2/ July 27 Second Harvest Food Bank 35th Anniversary Celebration Where: Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Henley Street 37902 When: 6pm-10pm Second Harvest Food Bank is celebrating their 35 anniversary by hosting a dinner and concert.

Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Peter Cetera will be performing. For additional information and tickets visit secondharvestetn. org/35thcelebration/

July 28 The Lawn Chair concert series Carolina Story, Outlaw Ritual & Pale Root Where: Founders Park at Campbell Station When: 6 - 9:30pm Lawn Chair concert series is a free, family friendly music series in Farragut Tennessee. Bring the whole family, your lawn chairs and your dancing shoes. Enjoy awesome local and regional music, food trucks and our cool little town. Free and family friendly. For more information visit, www. facebook.com/lawnchairconcertseries/ August 6 Sequoyah Remembrance Day Where: Sequoyah Birthplace Museum 576 Hwy 360 Vonroe, TN 37885 To learn more about this event or the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum visit their website at sequoyahmuseum.org or contact Charlie Rhodarmer at seqmus@tds.net.

August 11- November 12 American Impressionism: The Lure of the Artist’s Colony Where: KMA 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive A new exhibit being featured at the KMA. This exhibit will feature art that played a key role in the development of American Impressionism. The exhibit contains more than 50 oil paintings and works on paper dating from the 1880s to 1940s.

For additional information call 865-525-6101 or visit knoxart.org/exhibitions

August 12 Feast with the Beasts Where: 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive When:7pm-11pm “Feast with the Beasts,” now in its 23rd year, is a signature event for Zoo Knoxville with food, libations and live entertainment. Ticket price includes all food, drink and entertainment. Open only to guests 21 and older; photo ID is required. Feast with the Beasts is a wine, food and brew event featuring more than 40 purveyors of fine food and drinks to sample. The evening’s entertainment includes live performances by The Vibraslaps on two stages. For additional information visit www. zooknoxville.org/event/feast-with-the-beast/ August 18 Susan G. Komen 8th Annual Barbecue Dinner Where: Lighthouse Knoxville 6800 Baum Drive Knoxville 37919 When: 6pm-9pm Susan G. Komen East Tennessee will hold its eighth annual barbecue fundraiser. One of the organization’s signature events, “Boob-b-que” features food, beer and wine, carnival games and silent and live auctions. The event raises funds to provide mammograms, patient assistance and education in Komen’s 24-county service area.

Attire is business casual or casual. For additional information visit komeneasttennessee.org/ boob-b-que August 19 East Tennessee History Fair Where: 601 S. Gay Street When: 10am-5pm A one-of-a-kind celebration of our region’s history!

Participants representing the people, places, and events that shaped our past spill out of the East Tennessee History Center and fill downtown Knoxville, making history truly come alive! Participate in hands-on activities that keep cherished crafts alive. Board a bus and tour Knoxville’s historic homes. Sit a spell in front of the Main Stage, listening to traditional music that has long been the soundtrack to our lives. All for FREE!easttnhistory.org August 21 Total Solar Eclipse Check out all the events happening for the Total Solar Eclipse on page 38.

August 27 Blues Cruise on the Tennessee River Featuring Cheryl Renee For more information visit www.tnriverboat.com/blues-cruises-2/

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“I’ve got sky rockets that shoot half a mile high.” Goodman said, “and these silver jets are so bright they’ll make a street light look dark.”

SINCE 1948

DIXIE LEE FIREWORKS They Treat Every Customer As If They Were Family.

W. M. (Benny) Goodman and his wife Dot Goodman founded Dixie Lee Fireworks in March of 1948.

Since Highway 11/70 was a major tourist route, going both south to Florida, and west to Nashville, the Goodman business did very well.

Mr. And Mrs. Goodman sold many items, including garden figurines, bedspreads, and Tennessee souvenirs, in addition to fireworks to tourists & locals, alike.

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prospered, too. Some of the stores that you see along interstates 40 and 75 today bought their first firework orders from Mr. Goodman right here at Dixie Lee Fireworks back in the late 40’s and early 50’s.

Mr. & Mrs. Goodman’s grandchildren are now actively running the business,which continues to grow yearly. Mr. Goodman’s vision of becoming the “Premier” place for the locals came true. Today, 3rd and 4th generations come to purchase the fireworks that they remember their parents and their grandparents buying for them. They are told almost daily by customers, They

wouldn’t even think of going anywhere else for fireworks this is the ONLY place.”

Today, they operate under the same ethics that our founders instilled in us: Give the customer the very best items you can get at the very lowest price that you can sell it for. Treat every customer as if they were family.

Visit Dixie Lee Fireworks & join the fireworks family today!

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