Monroe Life Spring 2017

SPRING 2017

A magazine for the people of Monroe County and those who come to visit.

WEDDING VENUES

Get Inspired For Your Special Day

Dogwood Lane Boutique

East Tennessee Foundation

Scholarship Banquet

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EXCITING 2017 PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS

EAST TENNESSEE’S LARGEST PATIO FURNITURE GALLERY b

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VOTED MONROE COUNTY’S BEST PHYSICIAN’S OFFICE

MONROE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

BUSINESS

FIRST PLACE AWARDS • Most Community Involved • Non-Profit Organization • Best Place to Work • Best Physician’s Office • Best Doctor - Dr. Thomas Cox • Best Nurse Practitioner Heather Bolinger • Best Nurse Tammie Carr

OF THE YEAR 51 - 150 employees

SECOND PLACE AWARDS • Best Doctor Dr. Juliana Willamston • Best Nurse Practitioner Jodi Watson • Best in Monroe County for Civic and Organizations • Friendliest Business

THIRD PLACE AWARDS • 3rd Place for Best Nurse Practitioner Jennifer McKenzie

Community Health Services

Affordable Quality Healthcare, Close to Home.

Madisonville 4798 Highway 68 Madisonville, TN 37354 Phone: (423) 442-2622 Hours: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Open 7 Days A Week

Tellico Plains 412 Hunt Street Tellico Plains, TN 37385 Phone: (423) 253-6545 Hours: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, M-F Walk-Ins Welcome • wwwchotahealth.org

Vonore 1206 Highway 411 Vonore, TN 37885 Phone: (423) 884-7271 Hours: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, M-F SPRING 2017 MONROE LIFE

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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 &

AIR BALLOONS 20 HOT

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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10 departments 6 From The Publisher 47 Paramount Insurance 68 Master Gardener Gayle Fisher Apple Trees

76 Tellico Plains 78 Happenings 80 We Love It!

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Kelsey, Kathryn and Alyssa Bingham traveling for spring break in style.

Letter from the Publisher Though winter brought erratic weather, very soon, rain showers and warmer days will usher the steady beauty of spring back to East Tennessee. Spring is a time of rebirth, a fresh beginning, where what was once dull and brown becomes colorful and new again. We truly do look forward to spring in our region!

In this issue, you will journey through magical wedding venues presented by local photographers, JoPhoto, and get inspired for your own special day. You might even recognize a face or two in these stunning pictures! Also, take a peek at Dogwood Lane, a local boutique featuring unique gifts, apparel and décor items, and learn more about how the store's owner, Kelli, came to make Sweetwater her home.

Recently I was asked to be on the board of the The East Tennessee Foundation. It is truly an honor, and I look forward to sharing how this wonderful organization is giving so much to our communities. This issue, we highlight the grants given to Monroe County. I look forward to learning more about this organization and how they help to better lives in our area.

The glorious season of spring also blesses us with Easter. Our lives are often filled with problems, pain and regrets, but Easter brings us the hope of new life. Easter reminds us that we are hopeless on our own, but the God of all creation sent His Son to die for us. The great news is, it doesn’t end there. Three days later, He had conquered sin and death and rose from the dead! What a glorious truth we can know — no matter how deep our sorrow and sin, we can have new life in the One who had conquered it all!

As always, you will find many community happenings and local people and businesses featured within these pages. And thank you, as always, to our sponsors—without you, this publication would not be possible!

I hope you all have a Spring blessed with beauty and joy!

Madisonville native Jamie Patton's bunny, Buster.

Monroe Life PUBLISHER

The Bingham Group President Lisa Atkins Bingham Art Director Abby Swabe Graphic Designers Paul Bush Jonathan Desai Kevin Harris Contributing Writers Gayle Fisher Jennifer Porterfield Cover Photo JoPhoto Contributing Photographers JoPhoto Lisa Bingham Robert Burleson Ben Gibson Copy Editor Jennifer Porterfield 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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Publisher of Farragut, Monroe & McMinn Life President and Creative Director of The Bingham Group

The Bingham Group, Inc. 11921 Kingston Pike, Suite 201 Knoxville, Tennessee 37934 www.binghamgroup.com www.monroelife.com

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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.

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

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Let us help you find the Perfect Diamond for your Perfect Day!

Gold & Diamonds Direct Monroe County’s Diamond Specialist

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WEDDING VENUES

Knox Photo Bus: Stella, a 1969 VW Bus, Kathleen and Joe Atkins with best buddy, Murphy.

Weddings are a time to create memories that will last a lifetime, and what better way to capture the beginning of one’s marriage journey than through stunning professional photos? JoPhoto is a husband and wife team that has been shooting weddings for nearly ten years. From York, England, to the Great Smoky Mountains, JoPhoto turns photographs into stories with a timeless and classic approach. Though they call Knoxville home, Joe and Kathleen travel throughout the southeast, capturing weddings at classic barns, lovely gardens, Southern-style homesteads and even luxury hotels. Take a journey through some of these special days, and perhaps find inspiration for your own! www.jophotoonline.com | Kathleen@JoPhotoOnline.com | Instagram: @JoPhotos

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Kara&Perry

WEDDING VENUES

Barn at Chestnut Springs This Barn at Chestnut Springs wedding is full of earthy mountain details and one of the sweetest couples! Kara and Perry’s wedding was on May 19, at one of the most gorgeous Smoky Mountain wedding venues in Sevierville, Tennessee.

Kara and Perry are huge Disney fans, so the theme for the day was “The Best Day Ever.”

They incorporated Disney details throughout the day, and they also had the cutest Coca-Cola bottles that said “The Bride” and “The Groom,” as well as bottles for their wedding party!

On her wedding day, Kara had a beautiful floral crown that she wore with her veil, and flowers were by Lisa Foster Floral Design.

The Lisa Foster crew created one of the most beautiful ceremony arbors we have seen! The blue flowers were a striking contrast against the green mountains. Kara’s wedding gown was from Wedding Wonderland by designer Lea-Ann Belter Bridal, and their wedding cakes were by Faith Baked Cakes.

The Barn at Chestnut Springs is a barn wedding venue in Sevierville, Tennessee. Hidden in a cove in the hills of the Smoky Mountains, it was built in 1954 to store tobacco. At one time, Dolly Parton’s parents owned the barn! It has been restored and now serves as a Sevierville wedding venue. It includes both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces, an outdoor fireplace and beautiful cafe lights that twinkle after sunset.

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WEDDING VENUES

Catherine &Britton Dara’s Garden Winter Wedding

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more perfect pair than Catherine and Britton, and their winter wedding at Dara’s Garden in Knoxville, Tennessee, is sure to tempt you to want a December wedding. Even the chilliest of winter temps couldn’t keep them from their dream of a garden wedding! Wearing white bridal cowgirl boots and her mother’s fur wrap, Catherine met Britton for their first look at what Dara’s Garden lovingly refers to as “the quarry.” Within minutes, Britton was wrapping his arms tightly around his bride to keep her warm. The flowers were arranged by Melissa Timm Designs and the wedding was coordinated by Heels & Veils.

Between Catherine’s lace sleeves, the bridesmaids shawls and the greenery and floral with twinkling candles, this Knoxville wedding had us beyond ready for the cozy days of winter!

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WEDDING VENUES

Ali&Corey The Homestead at Cloudland Station in Chattanooga The Homestead at Cloudland Station is full of gorgeous locations from the moment you enter the property! Ali and Corey got married on October 15, and it was an absolutely gorgeous day with a rich blue sky and a steady breeze. Ali and her bridesmaids got ready in a Southern Living style home on the property, and Corey and his groomsmen got ready in an on-site cabin nestled in the woods. Floral design by Petaline Floral, the wedding coordinator was Instyle Weddings & Events and the DJ for their reception was Sequoyah Entertainment.

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Marvyl &

Eric The Historic Southern Railway Station in Knoxville This wedding at the Historic Southern Railway Station in Knoxville, Tennessee, will whisk you off and away to one of the most gorgeous travel-themed weddings! Marvyl and Eric’s winter wedding was January 16, and these two world travelers jam-packed their wedding with unique details from exotic countries and foreign lands! The floral design was by Whimsical Gatherings.

This historic venue was built in the early 1900s as a train depot. Recently renovated, it is now available for weddings and events, and guests can also walk through the renovated train cars.

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WEDDING VENUES

Bailey&Matt Boone Hall Plantation in Charleston

Bailey and Matt’s Charleston wedding at Boone Hall Plantation was on November 5, and it was a gorgeous Southern autumn afternoon. Their romantic ceremony was on the lawn of the Avenue of Oaks, and their reception was at the Cotton Dock.

WEDDING VENUES

Veronica & Andrew Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville We’re thrilled to share this Belle Meade Plantation wedding in Nashville! Veronica and Andrew got married on June 4. They are from Miami, and their destination wedding is full of the most gorgeous and elegant wedding details!

Veronica and her bridesmaids got ready at The Hermitage Hotel. Built in the early 1900s and located in downtown Nashville, it is a beautiful hotel, full of glamour and class. Their wedding ceremony was at the Cathedral of the Incarnation downtown, and it is such a gorgeous cathedral! Built in the early 1900’s it resembles a Roman basilica with beautiful stained glass windows.

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1909 Sevierville Road, Maryville, TN 37804 865-556-0966 | www.ArtofCakesBakery.com

Award-winning cakes to complete your Special Day. Art of Cakes is a premier wedding cake bakery, located in Maryville, TN. We specialize in award-winning classic & contemporary wedding cake, groom’s cake, & 3D cake designs. All of our cakes are made from scratch, using the finest ingredients. Showcased on Cake Boss, The Knot, The Wedding Channel. Art of Cakes is also a WeddingWire Top Rated Business. Call us for a consultation!

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Alexis&Thomas

WEDDING VENUES

Hunter Valley Farms We’re going back to the warmer days of fall at The Pavilion at Hunter Valley Farm for Thomas and Alexis’s Knoxville wedding full of unbelievably pretty moments, a stunning lace wedding gown, rich florals by Colby West and one of the most gorgeous lakeside sunsets!

Alexis and Thomas are high school sweethearts and also dear friends of ours.

Joe went to high school with Thomas, so we were over the moon excited for them when they announced their engagement!

And then when they chose The Pavilion at Hunter Valley Farm, we knew it would be a breathtaking day. Their wedding ceremony was at the amphitheater overlooking the lake

with white drapes flowing in the wind!

The bride’s father is from Greece, and her family has owned many Greek restaurants throughout the United States. So, true to their heritage, they had a Greek-inspired meal with the most delectable cheeses, olives, entrees and desserts! Alexis’s family even brought olive oil made on their farm in Greece with them to serve at the reception! Rosa’s Catering knocked it out of the park and served a perfectly Greekinfused wedding meal.

There’s something about the rolling hills of Hunter Valley Farm and perfect sunshine that make for an incredible backdrop, and this wedding is no exception!

Kristen Calhoun Photography

Shane Hawkins Photography

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Taylor Nichole Photography

Shane Hawkins Photography

Joy Wildflower Photography

Kristen Calhoun Photography

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Legacy Springs

Shane Hawkins Photography

Premier Event Center

Step into the back lawn under towering oaks into an immaculate garden setting.

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estled in the heart of Southeast Tennessee in the shadow of the Great Smoky Mountains and just moments from Tellico Lake, Legacy Springs Premier Event Center with its gently rolling meadows, majestic woodland, and distinctive charm, is the perfect location to celebrate your wedding day.

Whether you envision your wedding as a small intimate affair or a celebration of up to 350 guests, Legacy Springs provides a range of wedding packages designed for a perfect wedding and conveyed with our premium personal attention to every detail.

Legacy Springs’ All-inclusive Wedding Extraordinaire is a new package offered for brides with expansive lifestyles.

Legacy Springs presents a treasure trove of a la carte services. Romance is in the air with Legacy Sounds music which resonates inside and out and sets the tone for your wedding celebration. With versatility and high quality sound, the popular Legacy Sounds music package includes DJ and equipment.

Brides love Legacy Lights, a specialty lighting option with hundreds of bistro

lights draped in the trees which adds a magical essence to twilight weddings.

In the blush of the morning, the glow of the afternoon or the mystery of evening, your wedding day at Legacy Springs Premier Event Center will create memories for a lifetime.

Schedule a tour with us today! Call Jean Lee at 423-836-1010 or Julia Lee Rogers at 423-404-4341 for more information or email us at occasions@ legacyspringsevents.com. Located at 559 Hiwassee Rd. Madisonville, TN 37354.

Check out our website at www.legacyspringsevents.com or find us on Facebook.

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Summer Wedding?

We've Got You Covered From The Rehearsal To The Reception

The Lily Pad Boutique FINEST LADIES APPAREL

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The Historic Southern Railway Station Helping brides fulfill their dreams is our goal for each wedding.

Our team will do whatever it takes to make the day stress free and as perfect as possible. We work from the first moment we meet to achieve your vision within your budget.

Weddings & Private Events

Event Venue

The 1903 Historic Southern Railway Station has re-opened as a special event venue and is the new home of Blue Slip Winery & Bistro.

Weddings, Birthday Parties, Corporate Events, Family Reunions, Small Festivals, Church Activities, Concerts, Team Building, etc.

With over 130 parking spaces on site, this venue is like no other in Knoxville for that special event, large or small, you are planning for the future.

111 Walden Grove Rd, Sweetwater, TN 37874 C o n t a c t J o h n o r N a n c y Wa l d e n a t

423-404-4727

jmwalden2000@yahoo.com www.WaldenGroveInSWV.com

Deep Well Farm

865-679-8990 | www.heelsandveils.com

www.SouthernStationTn.com 300 West Depot Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37917 865-249-7808

Sequoyah entertainment

Professional Mobile Entertainment Services

- WEDDINGS - PRIVATE EVENTS - LIGHTING & DECOR • Perfect Wedding Barn on 35 acres of beautiful farm land • Conveniently located just outside of Farragut • Cozy outdoor fire pit • Bridal party cabin suite • Indoor/Outdoor event space • Weddings & receptions up to 120 people • Equipped with tables, chairs, concrete floors, & restrooms

www.deepwellfarm.com 9567 Hwy 11 E, Lenoir City, TN 37772 Contact us at (865) 816-2131

865-335-5722

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865.399.4916 melissa@melissatimmdesigns.com 8078 Kingston Pike Suite 118 Knoxville, TN 37919

Monroe County Sixth Annual

Bridal

Expo

April 9th, 2017 • 12pm - 3pm

Old Stickley Mansion Downtown Madisonville Warren Street

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The area’s new premier venue for meetings and milestone events.

• 19,000 square feet of premium event space • Large ballroom to accommodate up to 700 guests for your banquet and almost 1,000 guests theater or reception style • Covered outdoor patio and lovely garden area • Multiple meeting spaces and open break-out areas • Tables, chairs, and other amenities included in space rental • Large and generously equipped catering kitchen • State of the art audiovisual systems • Eco-friendly features

Now Accepting Reservations!

7690 Creekwood Park Boulevard Lenoir City, Tennessee 37772 (865) 986-8340 | www.VenueLC.com

Caroline’s

Home / Floral / Gifts / Jewelry

Visit Caroline’s today to find everything you need for home decor, floral arrangements, gifts, and jewelry. We also do casket sprays and funeral arrangements. Free Delivery to all Funeral Homes and Madisonville Customers.

423.545.9298 | 4254 HWY 411, Madisonville Facebook.com/ Carolines-Home-Floral-Gifts-Jewelry

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Ready For Summer

Lakehouse Grill Open 7 Days A Week Starting Memorial Day Weekend Check out our Entertainment Schedule on Facebook – Cabin Rentals Available –

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The Easter Sun is Shining on

First United Methodist Church Madisonville Join us for our Easter season celebration:

Wednesday, March 1st: Ash Wednesday Service @ 6:45 PM Sunday April 9th: Palm Sunday Service @ 11:00 AM Thursday April 13th: Maundy Thursday Service @ 6:45 PM Good Friday April 14th: Prayer Vigil 7 AM - 7 PM, Evening Worship Service @ 6:45 PM • Saturday April 15th: Community Easter Egg Hunt @ Houston Park 11:00 AM with food & beverages.

• Sunday April 16th: Sunrise Service @ 6:45 AM followed by breakfast and Easter Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 AM • • • •

Visit our website for the full springtime schedule.

New friendships are blooming, join us each Sunday this spring.

Wednesday: IGNITE program for K through 5th and Youth Fellowship activities 6th through 12th grade 6pm, including dinner.

Sunday: Sunday School at 10 AM and Worship Services at 11 AM.

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MONROE COUNTY

Friends of Animals

Champagne & Cash Bar Happy Hour, Dinner, Pianist, Live and Silent Auction.

When: May 19, 2017 Location: Tellico Village Yacht Club Price: $75 per person Dress: Smart Casual

Contact Susan Kimball to purchase your tickets at 248-534-0340.

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

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The professionals at University Urology are committed to providing the

SERVICES INCLUDE:

highest quality medical care for those dealing with urological disorders. · Oncology (Cancer) They take a compassionate approach to these disorders, focusing on relieving symptoms and renewing confidence. University Urology is a regional referral practice with nationally and internationally recognized physicians. They are the only group in East Tennessee with fellowship-

· Endourology (minimally invasive technique to treat kidney stones) · Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

trained physicians in every urologic subspecialty and have the largest

· Male Infertility and Sexual Dysfunction

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committed to you and your health.

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(865) 305-9254 1928 Alcoa Highway,B-222 Knoxville, TN 37920 www.urologypc.net

DR. JAMES M. BIENVENU UT Medical Center | Athens

Dr. Bienvenu was born and raised in Lafayette, Louisiana, and achieved his bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from Tulane University. He attended medical school at Louisiana State University Health Science Center, followed by a general surgery internship and residency training in Urology at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in Robotics and Urologic Oncology at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut.

Dr. Bienvenu believes in shared decision making based on each individual patient’s diagnosis and circumstance. He also believes that patients should have access to the most current treatment practices, regardless of where they live.

His specialties are the diagnosis and treatment of all types of urologic malignancies. He is trained in both open and minimally invasive surgical techniques and has trained extensively on the da Vinci® Surgical System in the treatment of kidney, bladder, prostate and adrenal cancers.

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Sweetwater

Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Nurturing Body, Mind and Spirit Specializing in Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation

Shannon Evans Admissions/Marketing Coordinator (423) 337-6631 ext. 304 978 Highway 11 South Sweetwater, Tennessee 37874

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Local Spotlight: Kelli Maniscalco Written By: Jennifer Porterfield | Photography By: Robert Burleson and Ben Gibson

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elli Maniscalco has always loved beautiful things and making things more beautiful. With a degree in Art History and experience interning at an art gallery in New York City, at one point in her life, Kelli considered pursuing a career in art and fine antique appraisals. But as is often the case, goals change and dreams morph into something different…or, in this case, something better.

Kelli’s Sweetwater journey began when she followed her retired parents from the Hudson Valley in New York in search of change. She fell in love with the weather and the area, and rather than returning to New York as she originally intended, she decided to make Sweetwater her home.

Dogwood Lane began as a temporary popup shop that led to deeper roots in Sweetwater

when she opened her first permanent store in June of 2013. The boutique’s following grew, and customers wanted more items, like special occasion gifts and home décor. So, in October 2015, Kelli rented and renovated a much larger storefront on the Hunter’s Café block. Her eye for beauty was drawn to the charm and patina of the old plaster and brick.

According to Kelli, “It’s been exciting to be able to give new life to such great bones.”

The boutique has been a way for Kelli to combine many of the things she truly enjoys and share them with others. Her goal is to find unique and affordable gifts, apparel and décor items and present them in an atmosphere that is both relaxing and fun.

Over time, she hopes to develop and grow DLB as a lifestyle brand. This way, she can continue meeting

new and interesting people and helping them select a new wardrobe, update their home with a few key pieces or pick up a memorable gift for a friend.

Dogwood Lane Boutique has regular annual sales (Winter Clearance in January and the Anniversary sale in June), but they also have rotating discounts to peruse. Sign up on their Facebook page to receive updates. Also, be sure to stop by during local festivals, like the Muscadine Festival or this year’s once-ina-lifetime Solar Eclipse Festival in August, for additional specials and giveaways.

Kelli loves being part of the Sweetwater community and truly appreciates how welcoming and encouraging everyone has been. She says, “This is such a nice place to live—history, family values and genuine Southern hospitality—and I feel blessed to be part of that.” She encourages everyone to come out and visit historic Downtown Sweetwater—and while you are in the area, stop in for the latest in fashion and gifts at Dogwood Lane Boutique!

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History of McGill Click Funerals & Cremations ith a vision, much ambition and a lot of hard work, McGill Click Funerals and Cremations opened at the beginning of 2015. The McGill and Click families are very experienced in the funeral business; many of the

staff literally have grown up in the business. Being family owned means that anyone we serve will receive the utmost in

personal care during a very difficult time. The funeral business is so much more than a job or even a profession. It is a lifestyle and a calling that we at McGill Click are honored to call ours. We hope you find our establishment to be the epitome of compassion and professionalism, because we are “Committed to Compassionate Care”.

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A Service-Oriented Sweetwater Institution

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aramount Insurance Services is more than just your average insurance agency. Unlike big-name agencies, Paramount is an independent agency that works with several of the most prestigious companies in the region to find you the best coverage, value and rates. They are one of the top agencies in the state, with a staff that has over 100 years of combined experience.

As more and more companies are pushing customers online to answer questions or file claims, locally-operated Paramount encourages phone calls and face-to-face meetings. According to co-owner Jeni Seiler, "We're service-oriented. When you call with a question, I ask for your name, not your policy number."

Clients are very important to Paramount, as well as community. The business has been a fixture in Sweetwater for more than 70 years and was formerly known as Heuer Insurance. In 2012, Jeni Seiler and Bill Moore, both former employees and long-time friends of Mr. Heuer, became the new owners. Jeni has lived in Sweetwater for 35 years and has stated she loves the area—it’s where she lives and where she wants to stay. She is very active in the community and enjoys getting to know the clients she meets through her agency.

Regardless of your insurance needs, you are certain to find a friendly face at Paramount.

Call them today at 423-337-5092!

The New 2017

Coming this April (800) 843-1663 ext. 404 (865) 531-6275 13125 El Camino Lane, Knoxville, TN 37932 Hours: M-F 8:00 - 5:00, Sat 9:00 - 12:00, Sun Closed SPRING 2017 MONROE LIFE

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f you do what you love, you will never have to work a day in your life. This old adage certainly doesn’t mean you won’t work hard, but because you love what you do, it won’t feel like work. And better yet, this love for your occupation will be reflected in the quality work you create.• Park Place Resident Realtor, Pam Zachary lives and works with what she loves. When you see Park Place, you will love it too.

The undermount sink on the Belks’ island makes cleanup a breeze.

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Features Include: • Wrought iron gates open to lush, hidden gardens • Landscape maintenance provided

by Volunteer Lawn Service • Charleston-style architecture design exclusively for Park Place • Beautiful Magnolias, grand Crepe Myrtles, lush Evergreens • Southern-style front porches encourage neighbors to gather

The Belks’ island is the perfect place for family and friends to gather and perhaps enjoy a cookie or two! The cabinets in Christine Belks’ kitchen came from Wildwood; the kitchen also features a beautiful black walnut butcher block island.

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Old Historic Charleston is precisely what the Park Place neighborhood in the heart of Farragut was stylized after.

Ideally situated minutes from shopping, restaurants and quality schools, this unique neighborhood is not only a community, it’s a lifestyle. Park Place is a family-friendly neighborhood where friends and neighbors will often stop to chat, where kids are free to run and play and where landscaping is maintenance free, covered by the Park Place HOA.

The houses themselves are without compare — Charleston-style with front porches and private courtyards. Cress’s workmanship is evident in details like custom railings and tongue and groove ceilings on the front porches and fully modern yet tastefully constructed rooms on the interior. In a world where photocopy slab homes have become the norm, Park Place is a neighborhood that stands out from the crowd in all the right ways.

Homes starting in the $400K’s.

Christine Belk, a homeowner at Park Place, says, “We love living in Park Place.” Their home was beautifully decorated by Victoria Butler, with kitchen cabinets from Wildwood and a black walnut butcher block island by Café Countertops. Flooring in all the homes comes from Flooring America, and the appliances in each chef’s kitchen come from Kitchen Sales.

If you are looking for a new home and enjoy the Southern living lifestyle, Park Place is surely the neighborhood for you!

Pam Zachary Realtor,Creative Consultant Park Place Resident

865.385.1305 pamzachary35@gmail.com • 10255 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 www.parkplaceoffarragut.com

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Let us work with you to achieve health and wellness!

Tel: 423.442.8084 4233 Highway 411 North Madisonville, TN 37354 accessmedicalmonroe.com

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Lillie THE PIG

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ennesseans love Peyton Manning.

That’s a given. But did you know that you can cuddle with and feed Peyton Manning — the turkey, not the human — in Knoxville any Saturday that you want? Rick Springfield, the rooster, lives next door to Peyton, and he also loves to snuggle with people. Peyton and Rick are just two of the fortunate residents living at the Gentle Barn Tennessee.

If birds are not your petting preference, you may also like to meet Dudley the cow, who lost a foot when he was a baby and now wears a prosthetic leg. Another lovable creature living at the Gentle Barn Tennessee is Lillie the pig, who was lethargic and unable to move when

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rescued from the back of a truck full of pigs. Perhaps you are an avid animal lover who is looking to contribute your time to a cause. If that’s the case, you may be a perfect candidate to become a Gentle Barn volunteer.

In Knoxville since June 2015, the Gentle Barn Tennessee rehabilitates abused farm animals and connects their stories of healing and survival with the personal experiences of at-risk and special-needs children who have suffered physical, mental or emotional trauma. These animals have had negative experiences in life, but their willingness to trust humans again allows them to live out their lives

in the care and comfort of a loving environment. It’s precisely the animals’ willingness to trust humans again that helps children who have undergone abuse understand that healing is possible.

While the current West Knoxville location is excellent, they have outgrown it. For that reason, they will soon launch a capital campaign to raise funds. “We love our current location but are eager to find our forever home to grow roots and continue the life-changing work in our community for abused animals, at-risk youth and disabled people,” said Knoxville native Becky Mink, advisory council chairperson for the Gentle Barn Tennessee.

Dudley

THE COW

Rick Springfield THE ROOSTER

The Gentle Barn Tennessee, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, operates from donations.

The organization hosts groups of children on weekdays and the public is welcome on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A donation of $20 per adult and $10 per child for admission also includes lunch.

For tickets and additional information, please visit: www.

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EAST TENNESSEE FOUNDATION

Investing In Our Region’s Future

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ast Tennessee Foundation (ETF) is a nonprofit organization created by and for the people of East Tennessee. Serving more than 25 counties within East Tennessee, ETF consists of many donors joined together to make the region they love a better place. ETF wants to build endowment, thus creating a permanent source of philanthropic funding for the East Tennessee region.

Thanks to the generosity of our donors dedicated to investing in students’ futures, we administer more

than 60 scholarship funds. ETF scholarship program requirements range from financial need to scholastic achievement. Several scholarships are targeted toward specific schools or counties, students involved in certain extracurricular activities, or those who may not display the highest scholastic rankings yet still possess great potential and motivation. Others are geared toward students pursuing a specific field, such as business or nursing. Students apply to the program and, if eligible, can be awarded

scholarships from one or more of these unique funds established by a variety of donors.

In 2016, $43,000 in total ETF scholarships were awarded to five Monroe County students. Of those, four were awarded from our Monroe County based John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Scholarships totaling $32,000.

Above: All 2015 Grant recipient representatives and Spay & Neuter Assistance for Pets, Inc. representative Mike Cleverdon.

Above left: Monroe County Advisory Board (l to r) Patsy Carson, Burt Lee, Julianne Diehl, Marsha Standridge, Donna Bradshaw, and Wanda Littrell.

Above right: ETF Staff and Board Chair photo (l to r) Susan Blair, Board Liaison, Beth Heller, Director of Scholarship Programs, Trudy Hughes, Director of Regional Advancement, Jan Elston, Vice President for Competitive Grant Programs, Samantha Amick, Advancement Assistant, and Jeff Becker, 2016 Chair, ETF Board of Directors.

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John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County An Affiliate Fund of East Tennessee Foundation 2015 Grants

•Boys and Girls Club of Monroe Area

•Monroe County Boxing Club

•CASA Monroe

•Monroe County Dental Clinic

The “Healthy Habits” program teaches Club members to become more active and lead healthy lifestyles.

Volunteers will be recruited and trained to support abused and/or neglected children in court.

•Charles Hall Museum

The Museum will digitally archive its vast collection of photographs and documents.

•Chota Community Health Services

Two-day health fairs will be held in Tellico Plains and Madisonville.

•Coker Creek Economic Development Group The Coker Creek Welcome Center will be maintained as a focal point for economic development in the community.

•Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority

Monroe County residents in-need will be provided with school supplies, garden supplies, and fans/air conditioners.

John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County believes in the importance of supporting one’s own community and East Tennessee Foundation stands ready to facilitate this by the launch of “Give Where You Live Monroe County.” This platform for giving provides multiple options for supporting current and future Monroe County needs.

Funds support gym expenses, travel expenses to boxing events, and an annual amateur boxing show.

Dental services will be provided for low income Monroe County citizens.

•Monroe County Health Council

Cancer patients will receive assistance with costs to travel for their treatments; and Remote Area Medical will provide urgent medical, vision and dental care for citizens.

You may currently reside in Monroe County, may have been born there, spent your childhood (prior years) there, or this may be the community in which you desire to live.

Whatever your relationship with Monroe County, your interest and support is greatly needed and appreciated.

•Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee

During the school year, the “Food for Kids” program will provide low-income school children with nutritious food to take home each Friday.

•Sequoyah Birthplace Museum

Free lectures will be presented about Cherokee history, culture, and more; children will learn about the Cherokee at a summer camp; and member of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation will participate in the Fall Cherokee Heritage Festival.

We can accept a variety of assets as a charitable gift and encourage you to contact us to discuss how your gift can enhance Monroe County now and for future generations.

•East Tennessee Children’s Hospital

•Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS)

•Madisonville Presbyterian Church

•Spay/Neuter Assistance for Pets, Inc.

Our staff stands ready to meet with you and discuss how to make this a reality!

•Sweetwater Valley Citizens for the Arts

To learn more and to donate to the John D. Grubb and Lousie G. Sumner Fund visit: etf.org/Monroe

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) will be purchased for Sweetwater City schools.

Plates, utensils and other disposable items will be purchased for weekly community pot-luck dinners.

•Monroe Area Council for the Arts

Children will be taught music, dance, visual arts and set design by artists at summer arts camps.

•Monroe County Friends of Animals, Inc.

Food, medicines, veterinary care and rescue efforts will be provided for animals in the animal shelter.

SAWS will engage county residents in trail stewardship projects.

Free spay/neuter vouchers will be provided for low- income residents of Monroe County to sterilize their pet dogs and cats.

Musical instruments will be provided for the Sweetwater High School marching band and the Sweetwater Junior High School music club.

Application for grants will open again in Fall 2017!

•United Way of Monroe County

Home repair projects done for citizens who cannot do them.

TOTAL FUNDING AWARDED TO MONROE COUNTY:

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Spring ALLERGIES

Written By Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center

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pringtime brings warm weather, blooming trees – and allergies. In fact, spring can be one of the worst seasons for allergy sufferers. Pollen appears in the air; the house seems to contain more dust than ever; and every rain puts a barrage of mold in the air! Normally the immune system protects our bodies from invading organisms like bacteria and viruses. In people with allergies, the immune system mistakes an otherwise harmless substance (like pollen) as an invader. This leads to production of antibodies that signal certain cells in the body to release histamine and other chemicals, leading to an allergic reaction.

Allergens such as pollen from trees and grasses, dust mite particles, pet dander and mold spores often enter our bodies by inhalation. If you have allergies to any of

these particles, your immune system reacts with symptoms of coughing, runny nose, congestion and sneezing. You may also experience severe fatigue, sinus headaches and difficulty sleeping.

Avoidance of allergens would be wonderful, but it’s not possible. Several medications are available to treat allergic symptoms, but it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. Some anti-histamines can cause drowsiness and an increase in your blood pressure, not to mention that many people who rely on them find that they stop working after long-term use.

If you’re tired of simply covering up the symptoms of your allergies, it may be time to try immunotherapy. Immunotherapy is a natural way to treat allergies. It begins with a build-up phase where you receive increasing doses of allergen over time, leading to the maintenance or “goal” dose.

It allows your body to build resistance to the specific allergens that are triggering

your reactions, and the sooner you start immunotherapy, the sooner you will experience relief.

Before beginning any treatment plan, it’s important to be seen by a board certified allergist. Allergists have years of advanced training and experience to properly diagnose your specific allergens and recommend a custom path to relief.

To find your way to allergic relief, schedule an appointment at The Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center today!

865.584.0962 • 800.600.7551

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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

Discover our trendsetting and eclectic women’s fashions, jewelry, accessories, home decor, baby, gift items and more.

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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.

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Form & Function Form & Function Pieces of once grand trees are resurrected into new life, Pieces of once grand trees are resurrected into new life, becoming functional objects with artistic flair. becoming functional objects with artistic flair.

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Sweetwater’s Gallery on Main Gifts and Fine Art

Tuesday—Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm | Saturday: 10:30am - 5:00pm Sunday—Monday: Closed

We support more than 25 local artists. We have many kinds of art, from paintings to jewelry, wood carving to wood turning and fused glass. Visit us for your next gift idea.

Like us on Facebook or visit our website!

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Apple Trees Written by Gayle Fisher

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f you have ever walked through an apple orchard when trees are blooming, you know what the sweet smell of spring is. Petals appear before leaves so that they are a flowing cloud of perfume in pink and white. These flowers can last from three to five weeks. I guess anybody who read the story of Johnny Appleseed dreams of having fresh, crisp apples available from your yard or garden. John Chapman (aka Johnny Appleseed) traveled widely, particularly in Pennsylvania and Ohio, pursuing his profession. While the legend of Johnny Appleseed suggests that his planting was random, there was actually a firm economic basis for Chapman’s behavior.

He established nurseries and returned, after several years, to sell off the orchard and the surrounding land. The trees that Chapman planted had multiple purposes, although they did not yield edible fruit. The small, tart apples his orchards produced were useful primarily to make hard cider and applejack, but

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orchards also served the critical legal purpose of establishing land claims along the frontier. As a consequence, Chapman owned around 1,200 acres of valuable land at the time of his death.

If you have room for an apple tree start your search now. Look for diseaseresistant trees that give you the ability to grow organic fruit and use fewer chemicals. Then you need to choose a rootstock. All apple trees sold have two parts: a “rootstock,” or foundation, and a “scion,” or top portion, which determines the fruit variety. A rootstock can be a seeding (which produces a full-size tree) or it can be “dwarfing” or “sizecontrolling” (which produces a smaller tree for easier care and harvest). If you are short of room, you can chose a dwarf tree; make sure that the rootstock is specified. Buy dormant, bare-root, 1-yearold nursery trees with a good root system.

Dwarfs and semi-dwarfs will bear in 3 to 4 years, yielding 1 to 2 bushels per year.

Standard-size trees will bear in 5 to 8 years, yielding 4 to 5 bushels of apples per year.

Most apple varieties do not pollinate themselves, so you should plant at least two different varieties close to one another so that the bees can cross pollinate.

For best pollination results, include a Grimes Golden, Golden Delicious, or Red Delicious, in your planting. These varieties are cross-pollinators in our area.

Sadly, not every apple grows everywhere.

Each variety has a specific number of days needed for fruit maturity. If the tree is termed long-season (Zones 5 to 8, that’s us), apple quality will be best.

Each variety has a number of chill hours needed to set fruit (i.e., the amount of time temperatures are between 32 and 45 degrees F). The farther north you go, the more chill hours an apple variety needs to avoid late spring freeze problems.

Apple trees need well-drained soil, not too wet. Choose a sunny site. For

best fruiting, an apple tree needs “full sunlight,” which means six or more hours of direct summer sun daily. The best exposure for apples is a north- or eastfacing slope. Tree spacing is influenced by the rootstock, soil fertility and pruning. Make sure the tree will not be planted in a “frost pocket” where cold air settles in a low-lying area.

After you purchase the tree, protect it from injury, drying out, freezing or overheating.

If the roots have dried out, soak them in water about 24 hours before planting. Dig a hole approximately twice the diameter of the root system and 2 feet deep. Spread the tree roots on the loose soil, making sure they are not twisted or crowded.

Continue to replace soil around the roots.

Do not add fertilizer at planting time, as the roots can be “burned." The graft union (where the scion is attached to the rootstock) must be at least 2 inches above the soil line so that roots do not emerge

from the scion. Do not order your tree based simply on price. If the deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is, and a 5-foot tree for $1.59 could mean that roots are extra. When given a choice, I always order from a local nursery. Plants that are grown in our area have a better chance of surviving.

While going through a mail order catalogue last winter, I was amazed reading about six different apples growing from one tree (I guess this tree should not be pruned since it will be a mass of grafts). The company didn’t show a real picture but an artist rendition. That was a big red flag. I finally decided not to order an artistic rendition of an apple tree the thought of six different apples from the same tree does sound wonderful, but this year, I will stick with real trees.

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Plan Ahead With Kyker Funeral Home Pre-planning is a matter of taking the time to think about your end-oflife desires. By pre-planning your traditional funeral service, cremation or memorial with us, you’re assured that your final wishes are known.

Once done, you can relax, knowing your plans are in the hands of reliable friends or family. For more information on how to get started visit our website, www.kykerfuneralhomes.com.

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Precision Painting John Carver, Owner

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Upscale Furniture • Décor • Art

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Welcome To TELLICO PLAINS The gateway to the Cherohala Skyway and the Cherokee National Forest. Here in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, a simpler way of life prevails. Enjoy the bakery and the other shops in town that sell fine arts, crafts and furnishings.

There are plenty of restaurants and places to stay. www.tellico-plains.com

Tellico Mountain Realty Helping you make our hometown your hometown. Stop by and see one of our seasoned agents with expertise in our historic and scenic area.

418 Cherohala Skyway, 423.253.6145 email: info@easttennnrealty.com www.tellicomountainrealty.com Find us on facebook Tellico Mountain Realty LLC The Bookshelf The Bookshelf is a quaint little bookshop in the Historic District just off the Town Square.

Celebrating 10 years as Monroe County’s only full-service bookstore, they offer new local history books and gently used books in all categories. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff also offers free out-ofprint book searches.

Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center The Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center in Tellico Plains is a “must stop” before starting up the Skyway.

Come by between 9am and 5pm daily for free maps of the Skyway and Cherokee National Forest, Skyway driving conditions and local area souvenirs and gifts. Picnic tables and spotless restrooms are also available, with friendly staff waiting to welcome you with important Skyway and area information!

225 Cherohala Skyway, 423.253.8010 www.cherohala.org Charles Hall Museum and Gift Shop A local historian and collector since boyhood, Charles also served as mayor of Tellico Plains for 31 years.

Showcased in two museum buildings are his magnificent collections of historical local pictures and documents, antique telephones, guns, Native American artifacts, coin and currency collections, a moonshine still, a 1922 Motel T Ford telephone repair truck and so much more. Admission: Free Open Daily: 10am–5pm, 229 Cherohala Skyway, 423.253.6767 Email: charleshallmuseum@hotmail.com www.charleshallmusuem.com

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Summer Hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 10am-5pm 108 Scott Street, 423.253.3183 www.tellicobookshelf.com Tellico Kats Deli Located on the river with a wonderful view for lunch, Tellico Kats Deli has daily specials as well as homemade salads, goodies and soup. Join them for gourmet coffee or Luzianne iced tea and a friendly hello.

1929 Cherohala Skyway, 423.253.3411 www.tellicokats.com

Everhart Lumber Company, LLC Everhart Lumber Company offers wood products from contemporary to rustic styling including wide wood slabs, post and beams, wood flooring and paneling and custom-made cabinets, furniture, millwork and mantels.

Everhart’s has created a niche for Extra Wide Wood Slabs from huge trees that are carefully selected for their distinctively unique grain, coloring and textures. We build magnificent furniture and countertops from reclaimed materials and other sources such as Douglas Fir, Native Hardwoods, Southern Yellow Pine & Western Red Cedar. Please visit our Showroom in Tellico Plains and our online store.

Skyway Realty Land and Homes Skyway Realty's associates create home and land dreams​for buyers and sellers. For buyers, we hone in on and help you select the places you are most likely interested in buying. Sellers have new dreams we help them find as we sell their current properties. We love being helpers in one of the most important decisions of your lives. We make the real estate experience enjoyable from the first call to the close and enjoy win-win transactions with everyone at the table talking to each other as friends...that's what we all like about Tellico Plains, it’s warm, friendly, peaceful and successful.

Call today 423.253.7100. Email us at info1@tellico-tn.com. We are ready to go.

Stop in and see us at our office on the Skyway...where the bears are.

911 Highway 165, 423.253.2323 www.everhart-lumber.com

411 Cherohala Skyway, 423.253.7100 www.tellico-tn.com

Tellicafe The Leudemann family can now boast twenty years and four generations of good service and good food at the county’s only sit-down restaurant employing an executive certified chef. The Tellicafe is open seven days a week all year round serving lunch and dinner. Our professional staff can easily serve one person or one hundred with friendly, efficient service. Specialties like Fried Green Tomatoes, Trout Cakes, Fresh Prime Rib, BBQ Menu and Country Cooking keep customers coming back time after time.

128 Bank Street, 423.253.2880

Beauty for Ashes We are open Tuesday - Friday from 9am - 6pm and Saturday from 9am - 2pm. As a full service hair salon we strive to provide high-end services at a fair price in a relaxing and spiritual environment. Also we have my sister, Jami Babb’s, boutique in the back with beautiful clothing to browse and buy. Isaiah 61:3 108 Scott Street, 423.253.016

Tellico Vacation Rentals Savor the serenity of your own cabin in the mountains!

Choose from one to five bedrooms, sleep from two to ten guests. Select a cabin with a hot tub on the deck, a cozy stone fireplace or a pool table in the game room. Our cabins are ideal for a romantic getaway, a wedding or honeymoon, a family vacation or reunion. With your own kitchen, multiple bedrooms, comfortable living areas and outdoor decks, you’ll find cabin rentals to be a fabulous value for extended vacations for several couples or extended families. Our cabins are private and comfortable, each totally unique.

A change in altitude creates a change in attitude!

206 Cherohala Skyway, 866.253.2254 tvr@tellicovacationrentals.com

Mountain View Cabin Rentals If you’ve ever dreamed of staying in a cabin in the mountains, Mountain View Cabin Rentals has just the spot…all 44 units have unique décor and are located on the beautiful Tellico River, at the top of a hill, in the woods or on a private pond. Amenities include hot tubs, game rooms and grills, with prices starting at $39.95.

Mountain View Cabins is biker friendly and open all year. You are sure to find something to fit your dream and your budget!

133 Rafter Road, 423.519.2000 www.tellicologcabins.com

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Happenings: April 1 Dogwood Arts: Chalk Walk When: 8:30am - 4:30pm Where: Market Square and Krutch Park Dogwood Arts brings this event to Knoxville once again to continue to educate visitors and artists alike about this lost art in hopes of keeping it alive for future generations.

For more info and registration, visit www.dogwoodarts.com/ chalk-walk April 6 Authors Guild of Tennessee Meeting The Authors Guild of Tennessee (AGT) will hold its monthly meeting on April 6 at 11:00 am at the Faith Lutheran Church in Farragut.

Published authors are invited to attend. Find more information at authorsguildoftn.org.

April 6-8 VPL Book and Rummage Sale When: Thursday - Friday, 10am - 5pm, Saturday, 9am - 12pm Where: Vonore Community Center Friends of the Vonore Public Library will hold their annual Book and Rummage Sale on April 6th through April 8th. You will find books for children, teens and adults, books of special interests, videos, audios and many household items.

April 7 Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department Annual Auction and Barbecue When: Friday, April 7 at 5:30 - 8:30pm.

Where: Station 1, 1530 Oak Grove Road.

We will be having our annual auction and supper fundraiser. We will have donated item, dinners from local restaurants, tickets from attractions in Pigeon Forge, cake from community members and other things to auction off. Auction will start at 7pm. For more information visit: www.tricommunityfiredept.com April 8, 14, & 15 Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Deep Well Farm Where: Deep Well Farm When: 11am-5pm Price: $10 Come join us for Easter egg fun at Deep Well Farm! Children 12 months and under get in free! For details, visit www.deepwellfarm.com

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April 8 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny When: Breakfast is from 9 - 10am with an Easter egg hunt to follow.

Where: Tellico Plains Elementary School The cost for both is $8. Breakfast will include pancakes, sausage and milk. In addition, for $1 attendees can participate in the Easter basket walks to win prizes. All proceeds from the event go to Monroe County’s Relay for Life.

April 8 Tellico Village Community Church Crafters Spring Craft and Bake Sale When: 9am - 12pm Where: Community Church at Tellico Village, Christian Life Center. 130 Chota Center.

Join us for numerous crafts, and baked goods are available for sale including floral arrangements, wreaths, baby articles, mail box covers, home decor, greeting cards, bridge tallies, scrubbies, etc.

April 8 Step Into Spring Brunch and Fashion Show When: Saturday beginning at 10:30am Where: Rymer Dining Hall, Hiwassee College The 13th Annual Step Into Spring Brunch and Fashion Show will be held on Saturday, April 8, beginning at 10:30 a.m. in the Rymer Dining Hall at Hiwassee College. Proceeds will go to campus beautification. Ladies of the community will be modeling fashions provided by The Lily Pad Boutique of Sweetwater. To reserve your space at the event, please call ahead to the Office of the President at 423-420-1225.

April 9 Monroe County’s 6th Annual Bridal Expo When: Sunday, 12 - 3pm Where: Old Stickley Mansion You cannot miss the 6th annual Monroe County Bridal Expo if you or someone you know is getting married! We have LOTS of great vendors! LOTS of ideas for the wedding! LOTS of door prizes! But most of all, its fun and FREE to the public! Grooms welcome and you don’t have to be engaged to enjoy this expo.

DOGWOOD

ARTS April 28-30 Dogwood Arts Festival on Market Square Time: Friday: 11am - 9pm, Saturday: 10am – 9pm, Sunday: 11am – 5pm With quality arts and crafts booths, performing arts, culinary arts demonstrations and tastings and an

expanded children’s creation station, several blocks of downtown Knoxville are transformed into a lively street fair for the Dogwood Arts Festival! Join us for a spring celebration of our region’s arts, culture and natural beauty in the heart of downtown Knoxville!

April 22 Ballplay Ruritan Club 7th Annual Ramp Festival When: Saturday, 10am - 4pm Where: 157 Ballplay School Rd, Tellico Plains Serving dinner from 11am-2pm. $10 a plate (kids meal for $5, hot dogs available), with scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, pinto beans, cornbread, drink & dessert. Local music entertainment will be provided, and we always have an arts and crafts vendor area. All proceeds go to projects in our community. For more information, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/BallplayRuritan-Club-210541235993988/, or by calling 423-295-2433.

May 5 Relay for Life When: Friday, 4pm - Midnight Where: Sweetwater Recreation Park A family-oriented event featuring entertainment, games, food and activities for ages - all for a good cause. This year’s theme is Disney - Wish Upon a Cure. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/Relay-for-Life-ofMonroe-County-Tennessee-305056956069/ May 5 Farragut Food and Wine Festival Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm Where: The Renaissance Farragut From hometown bakeries to 4 Star experiences, it is a showcase of ‘best bite’ samples from Farragut’s area restaurants and food providers. Then patrons can pair those bites with wines, beers and ready-to-drink cocktails (ID required) from Farragut’s wine stores and their distributors. Tickets available at Farragut merchants along Kingston Pike: Snooty PaTootie, Goin’ Postal, CH Interiors, by phone at 865-656-4444 and online at www.knoxvilletickets.com May 19 Monroe County Friends of Animals Fundraiser Where: Tellico Village Yacht Club Champagne and Cash Bar Happy Hour, Dinner, Pianist, Live and Silent Auction. Contact Susan Kimball to purchase your tickets at 248.534.0340. Price: $75 per person; Dress: Smart Casual May 24th Madisonville Library Summer Reading Program Our Summer Reading Program theme this year is “Building a Better World.” Sign-ups begin on May 24th, and the program runs through the end of July. All ages are welcome!

Mayor:

Glenn Moser

City Recorder:

Sherri McCrary

Alderman:

James Bledsoe Fred Cagle Augusta Davis Linda Hensley Susan Saunders

CITY HALL: 423.442.9416

Making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

• All-inclusive monthly rate structure • Long term care and veterans benefits gladly accepted • Dedicated and trained caregivers 24/7, including 24-hour nursing

• State-of-the-art assisted living with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related memory care available • Complete array of in-house services & amenities • Our mission is to honor God through service to seniors

Whether you’re considering assisted living or memory care for yourself or a loved one, we invite you to schedule your personal tour today.

2317 US 411 South, Maryville, TN 37801 cloverhillseniorliving.com

865-238-5338

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WE LOVE IT!

https://www.facebook.com/curtisglovercreative

CURTIS GLOVER These colorful, flowing fish outside of Jerry’s Artarama of Knoxville on Homberg Drive were the brainchild of local artist, Curtis Glover. Curtis has multiple murals and signage around town and hopes to see more original artwork gracing the walls of our fair city. This particular piece was inspired by his love of fishing and was an entirely original piece of work, from concept to completion. See more from this talented artist on his Instagram page at Curtis Glover Creative.

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Dedicated To Delivering Compassionate

CARE Life is too short to wait!

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Sunday CLOSED Walk-Ins Welcome

HWY 411 North, Madisonville 423.442.2121

909 Congress Pkwy N, Athens 423.745.6610

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SWEETWATER HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION AND ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE:

FOUR NEW BOARD CERTIFIED PHYSICIANS AS MEMBERS OF THEIR MEDICAL STAFF

DR. VERNON PEGRAM III Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist

DR. SEAN DeLAIR Board Certified Urologist

DR. WALTER CHILES III Board Certified Urologist

DR. TIMOTHY LeROY Board Certified Urologist

Dr. Vernon Pegram III completed his undergraduate work at the University of the South in East Tennessee and then moved to the University of Alabama where he obtained his medical degree in June of 1993. He completed his OB/GYN residency at Greenville Hospital in Greenville, South Carolina in 1998. Dr. Pegram is a board certified OB/GYN and a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, Fellow.

Dr. Sean DeLair earned his medical degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his urology residency at the University of California school of Medicine in 2007. Dr. DeLair is a board certified Urologist and a member of the American Board of Urology.

Dr. Walter Chiles III earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee college of Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee in 1999. He completed his urology residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas in 2005. He was also Chief Resident from 2003 to 2005.

Dr. Chiles is a board certified Urologist and a member of the Board of Urology and Fellow American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Timothy LeRoy obtained his medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina in Greenville, North Carolina in 2006. He completed his general surgery internship and urology residency at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida in 2011. Dr. LeRoy is a certified Urologist and a member of the American Board of Urology.

All physicians are accepting new patients. Sweetwater Hospital Association is fortunate these physicians have chosen to serve our community. Their offices will be located in the Sweetwater Hospital Association Professional Office Building, 304 Wright Street. To schedule appointments, please call: Dr. Pegram (865) 213-8592, Dr. DeLair (865) 938-5222, Dr. Chiles and Dr. LeRoy (865) 690-3811.

www.sweetwaterhospital.org

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