Happy Birthday, America from Rogersville, Tennessee!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

AMERICA! Consider it an honor to celebrate.

from Rogersville, Tennessee!

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A special publication of

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REVIEW June 27/28, 2020

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Jim shows artwork done for a Johnson City company that sells automotive products. Some of his work done for this client has been displayed at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.

Jim Caswell, Rogersville’s Automotive Artist

By Randy Ball ROGERSVILLE -- Jim Caswell loves automotive art. His work has been used on t-shirts, dash plaques and advertising for countless automotive events such as car shows and cruise-ins. Jim’s continuing journey in the art world goes back several decades.

Jim graduated from Rogersville High School in 1965. After a stint in the Navy, He answered an ad for a correspondence art course; he said “You’ve seen the ads, draw Abe Lincoln”. Jim began the course and progressed through pencil, color pencil and ink. He said the GI bill was paying $50.00 per month for the training. He hit a snag when one lesson assignment was to draw a car. Jim said the example given was a cartoonish car with balloon tires.

“I decided I would show them what a car should look like, Jim explained, and he sent in a more realistic drawing. The response to his drawing was that he should “stick to the basics”. Jim dropped the course but was sent a “letter of proficiency”. That is the extent of his formal training, though Jim maintains the course did teach him some things.

Jim has always favored the automotive field. He said there are a lot of automotive artists and a lot of competition. He

The artist at work.

Jim at home in his studio. designed his first t-shirt for a Kingsport car club whose event was called “The Tunnel Run”, which was later changed to the “Wilderness Trail Run”. He

does the artwork for 5-6 car shows per year, including some as far away as Pennsylvania. He also does artwork for other events, including around 26 years of Hawkins County Heritage Days.

Jim worked for a time for a printing company, but has been a full-time artist for several years. He has a studio in his home.

Other than cars, some of his favorite subjects are southwest related. He said “There’s just something about a guy on a horse out by himself, he sees the world different”.

There have been many highlights in Jim’s career: While working at a screenprinter in Kingsport, there was a contest to design the first t-shirt for Dollywood. Jim’s design was chosen the winner. He would paint flames on a 1957 Chevy for display at a Dollywood diner several years later.

He continues to do artwork for a Johnson City company that sells automotive products. Some of his work for this client has been displayed at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.

Jim has done artwork for the Hershey Corporation in Pennsylvania.

Jim has a humble and philosophical attitude about his work: “The good Lord gave me the talent to draw these things, if he should take that away, I’ve had a good time with it.”

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Above, flames painted flames on a 1957 Chevy for display at a Dollywood diner. Pictured at right: Jim’s design won a contest for Dollywood’s first t-shirt.

One of Jim’s “southwest” paintings — a favorite subject of his other than cars.

“There’s just something about a guy on a horse out by himself, he sees the world different”.

— Jim Caswell

Jim with a new car painting.

The 40th anniversary logo and t-shirt design for the Rogeresville Heritaga Days.

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It’s Happening!

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While we had to cancel all entertainment events at the park this year, we are excited to announce that Rogersville WILL be having a fireworks on the 4th of July, 2020!

The fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. on July 4, 2020.

We know that, not only the community of Rogersville, but all of our neighboring communities are excited we are able to keep this long standing tradition alive even among the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are asking that everyone who decides to come watch the Rogersville fireworks show, do so safely by practicing all recommendations from the CDC to protect themselves and others from the the spread of COVID-19 such as wearing masks, socially distancing at least 6 feet apart, and using good hand washing and/or other hygiene practices.

We would like to thank every sponsor who helped make this event possible.

We couldn’t have done it without the outpouring of support from our community. See you on the 4th!

Source: Facebook @ Rogersville 4th of July

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Car and tractor show fundraiser to benefit child with cancer

By Allison F. Goley Staff Writer Hawkins Countians looking for something to do on the Fourth of July weekend can now have fun while benefiting a child in need.

The July 3 benefit fundraiser at Sayrah Barn in Surgoinsville has been organized to support young Ellison Wilson, who was diagnosed with a Choroid Plexus Brain Tumor. His parents are Brad and Jessy Wilson.

“This is a great opportunity for individuals and families to come out for a day of fun while supporting Photo by Cora Wagner. Facebook: Ellisons Medical Miracle-Choroid this beautiful child and Plexus Brain Tumor his family,” said organizer Christina Bellamy.

Concessions will be for sale, and a silent/dollar auction with fabulous prizes from local businesses and individuals will be held.

There will be dashboard plates for the first 50 registrants and three trophies awarded for each class. Registration is $10 per vehicle.

Five different bluegrass bands have already been confirmed for the event, including Rogersville Bluegrass Band, The Stonewalls, Dream Catcher, New Harmony Way, and Kenny Stinson & Perfect Tym’n Registration for car/motorcycle/ tractor shows are from 4-6 p.m. Music will start at 5 p.m.

“What a way to start off the 4th of July holiday and you can end For more information visit Facebook at Ellisons Medical Miracleit with a trip to the fireworks on the 4th,” Bellamy added.

Choroid Plexus Brain Tumor All proceeds will go directly to the Wilson family.

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Happy 244th Birthday, America!

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“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands; one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”.

On July Fourth, we celebrate the birthday of the United States of America, and all the great things our nation represents.

We’re proud of our country and the values it upholds.

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n I e s i u r C on the SQUARE

Rogersville Main Street Cruise-In on the Square featuring pre-1989 car show is scheduled July 3rd. Streets close at 4:00 from Browlowe to Hasson Street. The event is from 6:00-9:00. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a fun night downtown. Dash Plaque to first 50 cars sponsored by Civis Bank. Live entertainment by Ivy Road!

Downtown restaurants and shops will be opening for dining and shopping. Please no pets, bicycles or skateboards. Reminder to exercise appropriate protocol with social distancing, proper hygiene and wear protective equipment when appropriate.

Source: https://rogersvilletnmainstreet.com/event/cruise-in-on-the-square-july/

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DOWNTOWN ROGERSVILLE July 3, 2020 6:00 - 9:00 pm

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Sharing memories with old cars, new friends, great neighbors...

Photo by Tommy Campbell

Photos by Randy Ball and Sheldon Livesay

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ROGERSVILLE -- The annual concert in Rogersville City Park may have fallen victim to the COVID-19 pandemic this year, but plans, at this point, are still on for the Fourth of July Parade through downtown, as well as the traditional fireworks display that evening (weather permitting for both events).

The parade on Saturday will begin at 11 am, with lineup starting at 9:30 in the parking lot of East Rogersville Baptist Church. Call 423-272-2186 for more information.

Organizers are hoping for a large turnout of parade participants and spectators to celebrate the 244th anniversary of American Independence.

Reminder to exercise appropriate protocol with social distancing, proper hygiene and wear protective equipment when appropriate.

Photos are from a previous year’s parade.

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Photos are from a previous year’s parade.

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