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Celebrating their 10 year anniversary, Christian Academy of the Cumberlands find themselves in a solid growth spurt

By DON NAPIER Crossville LIFE Publisher Christian Academy of the Cumberlands, formerly Covenant Academy, was envisioned by one of the founders, Alicia Jones. Working with her family and several board members, a partnership was formed with area private schools, and the result was a larger vision, in which a child would be educated in academic excellence with a Christian atmosphere.

That vision continues to impact students today at Christian Academy of the Cumberlands, where students on all levels receive a Biblically-based, quality education.“To God be all the glory for this school,” Executive Director Alicia Jones said.“Never in my imagination did I know what plans God had, and 10 years later, all the glory is still owed to Him.” What Jones thought might be a part time education co-op for homeschool students, became a full time Christian school composed of different school ventures and countless educators and workers, which has impacted over a thousand children’s lives in Cumberland county.“Ten years ago at this time, we were preparing for our first year at Covenant Academy which began with 107 students, a record high for any private school in Crossville,” Jones said. In 2007, after a partnership with other Christian educators, the name was changed to Christian Academy of the Cumberlands.

“God has used other area schools such as Meridian Christian Academy and their leadership to bring students and loved faculty to a union of this school,” Jones said.“For the last 10 years, I have witnessed the seeds sewn in

purity of mind and heart, love of family and country, respect for authority, service to others,hard work, and honesty in all things (Philippians 4:8).”

The Christian Academy of the Cumberlands’ MISSION is to develop the whole student: mind, body, and spirit through its academic excellence with a distinctly Christian worldview to equip the next generation. Their continuing VISION is to educate, equip, and graduate students who boldly employ their knowledge, talents, and faith to profoundly impact the world for Christ.

The arts at CAC are an integral part of the student experience. Students are exposed to music, art, and dance through weekly classes.

children’s lives in this amazing school.”

Today, CAC is celebrating their 10th Anniversary, and has expanded to offer pre-school, elementary, middle school and accredited high school courses.

The CAC faculty believes that a good education begins when a child’s school experience is a positive one.

Therefore, the enjoyment of learning is a top priority at CAC, along with the philosophy that education is built on three main concepts: Academic Excellence, Character and Christian Worldview.

“Teaching with a Christian worldview is basically examining every aspect of life in the light of God’s Truth,” Principal Doug Reid said.“We strive for excellence in all of our programs and have placed high in academic competitions, as well as scoring above the 85th percentile in the nation in our achievement testing.”

“We also seek to encourage the traditional values of faith in God,”Executive Director Alicia Jones said.“We also teach

Faculty & Staff The Christian Academy of the Cumberlands is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International Accreditation Agency. CAC follows all of ACSI’s regulations for teacher certificaSee

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Q&A with Alicia Jones, Executive Director, Christian Academy of the Cumberlands Q: Is your school nonQ: Do you have a denominational? discount for families with Jones: Yes, we do not teach multiple children? any secondary doctrine or proJones: Yes, we do have a mote any particular denomimulti-child discount. See our nation.

Tuition Schedule.

Q: Do you have finanQ: What accreditation agency are you working cial assistance?

Alicia Jones Jones: Yes, limited finanwith? cial assistance is available. The Jones: We are seeking application process includes filling out accreditation through Association of an independent needs assessment.

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It’s a Wonderful Life The Crisis in the Caribbean: A Trip Gone Bad, But Always Surrounded by Caring People and ship staff made arrangements for our departure from the ship.

EDITOR’S NOTE: I am using a story by Sharron Eckert in place of my regular column in this issue. Sharon is a regular contributor to the magazine, normally writing about the arts community. This story is about a medical crisis that began on a cruise ship in Mexico.

I felt like her story was so good, it deserved a higher priority.

-- Donald E. Napier, Publisher My husband Tom used to say that a cruise was one of his favorite vacations, so when friends asked us to join them for a Caribbean cruise in early February, we were quick to sign on.

Half a day on the ship was delightful; the rest of the trip was horrific.

But throughout the entire experience, I felt surrounded by caring people, some we knew,

By SHARRON some we were yet to meet and some workECKERT ing behind the scenes.

Ship Sick Bay: On Sunday morning February 1, Tom experienced difficulty breathing and went to the ship’s sick bay where the medical staff reported that his heart rate was racing at 166 and one time reached 181. During that entire day and overnight, Tom did not respond positively to medications: his heart rate was not reduced significantly and he impulsively pulled at every IV line and cord. An appropriate description for this behavior is “combative.� Friends literally had to sit on him to hold his arms down and keep his legs on the bed.“Surrounded-byCare�experiences began as the ship’s medical team spent much time and energy with irritated and frustrated Tom. Friends Marda, Jim, Jo and Richard took over the night shift so that I could pack suitcases

Cozumel Mexico The next morning, docked at Cozumel, we were evacuated by ambulance, passing other tourists leaving for their daily excursions. Our expectation at that time was that Tom would be stabilized at the local island hospital, then transported to a Miami hospital. The reality was that Tom spent Monday in a curtained emergency cubicle while staff performed multiple tests, a heart catheterization and ventilator insertion. A caring staff person found a small stool for me to sit on in the hallway throughout the day, guarding our only possessions: a backpack with a set of clothing for Tom, a small overnight case for me, Tom’s CPAP machine and a small purse and notebook in a purple cloth bag.

Kind, Spanish-speaking people surrounded me: a security guard at the hospital entrance, staff who arranged for a hotel which was a $5 taxi trip from the hospital, a receptionist who offered a phone to call the USA, and medical staff. Admittedly, I was concerned when the finance officer (one of the few staff I encountered who could speak English) took all of my ID and credit card info but who then disappeared for over an hour. The head physician, Dr. Moguel Anchiata, who also spoke English quite well, regularly used the words “very sick� but said that he would be happy to talk with our cardiologist back in the States.

The Longest Week What we thought would be a short time turned into a week in the small intensive care dorm-like room with several beds separated by curtains. Dr. Oscar Reyes, Intensive Care Physician, described

Tom’s status: Pulmonary Embolism, fluid retention, labored breathing, high blood toxins, very weak heart. It was determined that Tom was not stable enough for flight but that time would provide more information. Tom instinctively continued to pull out every IV line, even those that were taped securely. On Tuesday the ventilator was removed and exchanged for an oxygen mask but Tom could not swallow and could barely move his lips in an effort to speak. By Wednesday, Tom had pulled out the main catheter line. More medications were given to try to calm him and Tom’s arms were restrained with gauze tied to the bed. That evening, Dr Moguel said that Tom needed an Implanted Cardioverter Defibillator (ICD) “not to improve Tom’s condition but to reduce the chance of sudden death� and that he had tried to contact our supplementary insurance to get pre-authorization (Medicare does not handle expenses in Mexico). The next morning I called several Blue Cross Blue Shield departments, talking with numerous representatives. I was told there would probably not be a benefit paid, but that no preauthorization was required. I reported my findings to Dr. Moguel who said the ICD had to be sent from Mexico City. More waiting!

In an effort to find additional veins, an IV line was inserted at Tom’s elbow, which meant that no bending should occur at that site. That was impossible because of his continual movement and goal of pulling lines out. I asked for a splint or a board but the only solution was a couple of cardboard pieces. My pantomime of equipment for a broken arm apparently did not translate into Spanish.

Tom’s face was showing a beard, which I assumed was simply because being shaven was not a priority at this time.

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Later Tom reported that at some point he had overheard staff say that he was not going to make it. In his mind, Tom declared, “I AM going to make it and I’m growing a beard to prove it.� Logic holds no place in some situations!

Still Surrounded Each day I had been in touch with family and friends via text messages (without any realization of the cost involved) but that communication was my life-line. I also had a mobile phone conversation with Dr. Mike Lenhart, our cardiologist with Tennessee Heart in Cookeville and with Theresa, Case Manager at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, who was in contact with Cozumel Hospital; everyone assured me that preparations were already in place for our future arrival in Cookeville. I had also been assured by Richard Woodard, CEO ofUplands Village, that everything at See

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“Our school strives to be advanced in technology with a growing computer tion including being certified in their lab, Smart Boards and recently the adsubject area. dition of iPads,” Jones said. CAC offers You would not recognize the CAC fully-accredited high school courses building as it was when the school first and many of their graduates are exceltook residency. The building has underling at the college of their choice and gone a major facelift inside and out. As careers.”Our the enrollment students have grew, so did the won such school physiA top-quality education, honors as the cally to where it Southeast is today at 140 rooted in a Christian perSpellstudents, with spective, is one of the prima- Regional ingBee, as well the ability to ry reasons our family chose Chrisas mathematics handle many competitions,” more. Two tian Academy of the Cumberlands Jones said. years ago, the over seven years ago.

Our teachers “Students have building, which are experienced and genuinely care earned sevwas 9,000 eral thousands square feet, about each student. CAC academiof dollars in was expanded cally challenges our daughter and scholarships to give CAC a total of 18,500 she has excelled in her studies. By of- and some have square feet. fering a strong Christian worldview continued their education in This expansion the tops of allowed CAC to and character development, CAC ofadd a full-time fers a whole-life experience by focus- their classes at prestigious and part-time ing on the heart, soul, and universities.” pre-school for mind of each student. ages 2 years Why choose through 4.

--Trudy Hedgecough, Parent a Christian This addition school? also included “Parents classrooms, science and computer labs, library, cafeteria out there reading this story,” Principal Reid said,“may be asking themselves, and recreation room. Students enjoy an why choose a Christian school over pubexpansive cafeteria, where they curlic school? It is an important decision, rently have the option of bringing their

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and there are many reasons why parents choose a Christian school for their children. If parents want a school where God’s standards are placed at the center of school board decisions, day to day discipline issues, interpersonal conflict resolution, and character development, then Christian Academy of the Cumberlands would be an excellent choice.”

“We will always strive to operate from those Biblical principles and encourage excellence in every area of our school life. We offer a family-centered Christian atmosphere and high academic standards. We have low student teacher ratios so every child can receive a quality education. CAC students are taught to serve as Jesus commanded.

Our students donate time and resources to serve area charities and do service projects every month.”

The stated purposes of Christian Academy of the Cumberlands: 1. To teach that God is the creator and sustainer of the universe, and that the Lord Jesus Christ is the divine Son of God who came to earth to die for your

sins.

2. To teach that God has spoken to us through the Bible, the only infallible Word of God, and to teach you how to study it, understand it,and apply its principles to every part of your daily life.

3. To inspire and motivate you toward a total personal commitment toJesus Christ so that you might live by and believe personally His GoodNews, allowing Him to change and shape you.

4. To help you love, obey, respect and help others, as God desires you to look at life from His point of view.

5. To develop within you the ability to assume responsibility for the tasks that have been given you to do, and to be responsible in the way you behave and treat others.

6. To develop your mental abilities for they are given to you by God so that you may take your place in society as a mature, competent, alert,and welltrained person.

7. To help you grow as a thankful and responsible citizen of the country in which God has placed you, to understand our American heritage in order that you may better understand and appreciate the other cultures and peoples of the world.

8. To educate you with academic excellence with a strong emphasis in college preparatory classes in math and science in the context of a commitment to the Christian faith. As a Christian school, we are committed to the teachings of the Bible and we are persuaded that there should be a direct relationSee

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A DECADE OF GROWING CHRISTIAN LEADERS

Class of 2007 I had some of the best academic teachers at CAC that more than prepared me for college. What made the biggest difference is that they really cared about me and my personal success. With the small class sizes, I was able to take extra classes with one on one tutoring. I still keep in touch with many of those teachers and fellow classmates from CAC. It was an experience of a lifetime.

What makes teaching at CAC great is that I get to talk about my best friend, Jesus, all day long. He shows up at reading class, math, science, social studies, and really shines in our class worship. I’ve never been able to work in another place with greater kids and fantastic parents.

There’s not a morning or a day that I would rather be anywhere else or doing anything else.

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Christian Academy of the Cumberland’s Core Values Excellence - Continuous improvement and the pursuit of excellence will underly all we do.

Partnership - We view education as a partnership between parents and theAcademy.

Truth - We acknowledge absolute truth, as revealed in God’s word, and its relevance to our lives.

Glorify God - We seek to glorify God in all activities and relationships and in the use of the resources God has given us.

Respect - Each person is created in God’s image, and therefore will be treated with respect.

Honesty - Our relationships and academic performance will be based on honesty and fairness.

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Christian Schools International which is an approved accrediting agency in the state of Tennessee. We are currently a Category IV member school of ACSI. Q: Can my child get accepted into a college after graduating from your school?

Jones: Yes, definitely. Of course, your child’s G.P.A. and ACT scores must be average or above as with any child trying to enter college.

Your child can even apply for most if not all scholarships that are available through public schools.

Q: Do your students wear uniforms?

Jones: No, but we do have a dress code.

Q: Are your teachers certified and degreed?

Jones: Yes, certainly. We follow all of ACSI’s regulations for teacher certification including being certified in their subject area.

Q: Do you have small or large class sizes?

Jones: We have low student to teacher ratios

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Q: Do you have any Brittany openings?

Donohue Elementary Jones: At this time we have some openings remaining. Call the school office to check to see if there is an opening in your child’s grade.

Q: Do you have a fine arts program?

Jones: Yes, we offer art and music.

Q: Does your school have athletic programs?

Jones: Yes, we have volleyball, basketball, dance and cheerleading.

Q: Do you offer clubs?

Jones: Yes, we have 4-H Club, Beta Club, and FCA. Q: Do you have extended day programs?

Jones: Yes, for an additional fee, we provide after school care.

Q: Do you serve hot meals?

Jones: Yes, we have hot lunches available.

Q: Do you have an accelerated reading and math program?

Jones: Yes, we do have an AR and AM computer based program.

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Only 452 hospitals in the United States received the award that is based on how their own patients responded to the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey for visits occurring between January and December of 2013. Healthgrades evaluated patient experience by applying a scoring methodology

to 10 patient experience measures data supplied by the HCAHPS survey of patient perspectives of their hospital care. “It is an honor to receive this recognition based on what our patients have to say about our hospital,� commented Paul Korth, CEO at Cookeville Regional.“Our staff and physicians work hard every day to provide our patients with the best in patient care given in a kind, caring and compassionate way. It is our goal to not only meet our patients’ expectations but to exceed them.�

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Hospice Care

A repeat concerning eating habits Information in this article is mostly repeated from a previously written article in Crossville Life, but one requested as perhaps it hits home for different ones of us at different times as it relates to “our� time with our loved one.

Quite often during the end stages of KEN TAYLOR life, one hears from Hospice family and loved one Exec.

Director comments something like: “My loved one is just not eating anymore and I can’t stand by and just do nothing.� “His favorite food is ------- and I know he would love to have some.�“When will IVs be started?.� “Will we need to feed with a tube?�

Comments like these are frequently heard by the Hospice Health Care staff as we listen to families struggling to cope with just one of the many issues they face during this time. How difficult and painful, for example, it can be for a wife/child to watch their once robust husband/father (who loved the foods he ate) become ever-thinner yet announces that he’s just not hungry or does not like the food anymore. How helpless one can feel ‌. and frightened.

In our culture we use food to show we care and to nurture one another.

Mealtime is a time of socialization and recreation. It’s often a family time and a time for sharing. With such strong meaning associated with food, it is understandable that treatment decisions related to nourishment and hydration are frequently very difficult for families.

We tend to believe that not eating or drinking will cause pain and suffering.

Our impulse is to push a loved one to eat and drink when they are no longer able to do so, and to consider IV fluids and nasogastric feeding tubes.

Since hospice care is specialized, end of life care, we know that when their loved one is not eating or drinking it may be the right choice for the loved one at that time. While food and water contribute to a patient’s sense of well being in the early stages of terminal illness, they can cause discomfort in the later stages. The inability to digest food and food-substance during later stages of terminal illness can be the cause of diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipation or impaction, and result in increased pain and discomfort. Inability to absorb fluid can cause congestion, confusion, shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting, urinary retention and edema.

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CRMC News CRMC helps Crossville paramedic through a cardiac “role reversal”

Cumberland County paramedic supervisor Randy Davidson is shown here on the job in Crossville.

work to check for a heart attack “came back OK, but the second one didn’t, so they took me to Cookeville,” he said.

“Do you remember me?”

Davidson was first seen by cardiologist Dr. Gary Reynolds of Tennessee Heart on arrival at CRMC, and was met with an unusual greeting.

“Dr. Reynolds said, ‘Do you remember me? I remember you,’” Davidson said.“Then I remembered I had recently met him on an ambulance run to CRMC. We were transporting a patient having problems with his pacemaker.”

Dr. Reynolds made an initial diagnosis, and then turned over Davidson to fellow cardiologist Dr. Joshua Spencer, also of Tennessee Heart.

“Mr. Davidson came in with concerning symptoms and a slightly-elevated heart marker,” Dr. Spencer said.

The blocked blood vessel was a branch artery, and in some instances, a cardiac episode of this kind “does not necessarily show up on an EKG as a heart attack” due to the way electric impulses go through the heart, he said.

“We went immediately to the heart cath lab and opened up Mr. Davidson’s artery with a stent,” Dr. Spencer said.

“Our goal is to take care of everyone as quickly as we possibly can and give them the best possible care. This wasn’t a Code STEMI, but it had the same kind of outcome.”

Code STEMI (formerly called a Code 37) is the term used at Cookeville Regional to activate a team of specialists who will immediately respond to treat a patient having a heart attack. In

the field, local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) teams can initiate a Code STEMI to notify Cookeville Regional that they have a patient coming in who is having a heart attack.

“Code STEMI sets the nurses into action, the doctors into action, even the lab personnel into action,” said Dr. Spencer.“We’ll have the (heart) catheterization lab waiting when they arrive at the emergency room, stopping the heart attack and restoring blood flow to the heart. That translates into better survival and less damage to the heart.”

• In another interesting twist, Davidson played a significant role in helping CRMC set up the Code STEMI protocol.“They came to us in Cumberland County several years ago, and we said we’d be glad to help with Code STEMI,” Davidson said.

“I even got to spend a day at the cardiac cath lab at Cookeville Regional after the program was in place,” Davidson said.“That was an eye-opening and informative day, and gave me a better understanding of the entire process.”The Cumberland County EMS has also received recognition for their work in cardiac intervention from the American Heart Association, Davidson said.

Doing great Davidson, a second-generation paramedic, said “the pain was gone after they put the stent in.”

After a brief stay at CRMC,“I’m doing great now,” Davidson said.“They do outstanding work at Cookeville Regional, and they’re very active in the community. Everyone on the (cardiac recovery) floor at the hospital was just fantastic and the nurses were great.”

• Tennessee Heart is made up of a group of 11 physicians and 65 support staff members, and affiliated with CRMC. Tennessee Heart serves over 66,000 patients, with that number growing annually and expanding geographically.

“We have a state-of-the-art facility where you can get your EKG, stress test, echocardiogram and nuclear cardiac studies, provided by Cookeville Regional, without leaving the building,” a group spokesperson said.

Tennessee Heart is seeing patients in Cumberland County five days a week with two clinic locations in the area – 106 Henry Street (beside Cumberland County Bank off West Avenue) in Crossville and 4929 Peavine Road, Suite 107, in Fairfield Glade.

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By KEVIN DONALDSON Crossville Life Features Editor Role reversal. It’s something most of us have experienced in one way or another during our life, perhaps multiple times.

Sometimes the role reversal is planned as part of an exercise or social experiment. Sometimes, perhaps more often, it just happens, and we don’t even realize it until after the fact.

Cumberland County (TN) paramedic supervisor Randy Davidson recently experienced a case of role reversal. It wasn’t a part of any exercise or experiment. Davidson’s role reversal was totally unplanned and totally serious.

“I was sort of out of place there, and really didn’t know what to do,” Davidson said. “I didn’t like being on that side of the stretcher. I’m used to loading people up, not being the one sitting on the stretcher.”

Davidson, who has made thousands of ambulance service runs in his career and helped carry countless patients on a stretcher during that time, was referring to a heart attack. In the end, a stent was placed in a completely blocked artery at the Heart and Vascular Center at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, bringing Davidson’s March 9 role reversal episode to a happy ending.

Davidson was at the end of a 24hour shift at the Cumberland County EMS that day, in the throes of the latewinter ice storm which ravaged that county and several others in the area.

“We were getting 60-70 calls per shift while all that was going on,” Davidson said.

Coming off his shift,“I started having some discomfort in my chest,” he said,“then a pain that ran right across my chest took me to my knees.” He called his wife to let her know what was happening, and managed to walk to the EMS garage, where fellow workers took him to Cumberland Medical Center. “I didn’t know if I was going to be able to even get back up and walk to the garage, but I did,” Davidson said.

Davidson has some recurring neck and back pains and first thought it might have been that. His first blood

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Cumberland Medical Center News

Time is brain: minimizing stroke’s effects through immediate treatment The southeastern United States is known for many things, including its beauty, charm, and genteel culture. Unfortunately, it’s also known as the “Stroke Belt,” as more strokes occur here than anywhere else in the country.

So recognizing stroke symptoms and knowing how and where to seek immediate help can minimize or even eliminate the devastating effects of a stroke.

“When it Elias Abou-Zeid, comes to treating MD, Neurologist a stroke, time is brain,” said Elias Abou-Zeid, MD, a neurologist with Cumberland Specialty Group who also treats patients at Cumberland Medical Center.

Cumberland Specialty Group and Cumberland Medical Center are both members of Covenant Health.

“We have a treatment window up to four and a half hours to use tPA, an IV medicine used to dissolve clots in the brain. Sometimes patients don’t recognize their symptoms as a stroke and think they can sleep it

off, but that’s when problems happen. The longer you delay treatment with tPA, the worse the prognosis.”

While experts cite limited access to care as one reason for increased stroke prevalence in the south, our community has access to the region’s only stroke hospital network at Covenant Health’s Cumberland Medical Center (CMC). At CMC, patients are quickly diagnosed through advanced CT imaging and administered tPA, then transferred to Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, a comprehensive stroke center with a neurology ICU dedicated to stroke care.

Some stroke patients who receive tPA at Cumberland Medical Center also require interventional treatment at Fort Sanders Regional, such as coiling procedures that physically remove the clot from the brain. The elite stroke team at Fort Sanders Regional also performs clinical trials and interventional procedures for stroke that are not available anywhere else in our region. The hospital also has the region’s only stroke rehabilitation center, Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

May is Stroke Awareness Month

and experts encourage everyone to recognize the symptoms of stroke by remembering the FAST acronym: F (facial drooping), A (arm or leg immobility), S (speech that is difficult to understand), and T (time to call

911). If you or a loved one experience these symptoms, seek help immediately at Cumberland Medical Center, part of Covenant Health and the region’s only stroke hospital network.

CMC News Need fast care for you or your family?

Crossville Medical Group can help Crossville Medical Group, a member of Covenant Health, has two walk-in clinic locations that offer urgent care services for the convenience of patients in Crossville. These are open to walk-in patients, even if you already have a primary care physician. The walk-in clinics accept most insurance plans and are physician-directed clinics. If you need medical care and your regular physician cannot see you on the same day, these resources may be helpful: 60 Crossville Medical Group Drive, Suite 109, (931) 456-3674.

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To learn more about these services, visit www.crossvillemedicalgroup. com or call the clinics directly. For assistance with finding any Covenant Health physician or service, call 1-877-334-4500.

Part of our region’s only stroke hospital network, Cumberland Medical Center delivers advanced diagnostics and treatment to halt the devastating effects of stroke. With access to elite stroke care through our partnership with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, a comprehensive stroke and rehabilitation center performing clinical trials and procedures for stroke not available anywhere else in East Tennessee. All brought together by Covenant Health, the region’s top performing healthcare network.

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People in the News

An acknowledgement of accomplishments or changes in the lives of some local residents

By Don Napier Since Sharon Eckert is writing a guest column in my place on page 2 in this issue, I have moved my column to this location. There are several people I would like to mention, who deserve a little recognition.

One of my heroes The first person on my list is Bob Murray, who has bowled at Plateau Lanes in the Tuesday Night Men’s League for as long as I can Bob Murray remember. He informed us in April, at the age of 94, that this would be his last season in the league. A WWII veteran, Bob is a hero to me. He is a great friend, a very good bowler, and he added so much to our league. Good luck Bob. Not Farewell I would like to apologize to Bill Chambers for an error that appeared in the magazine last issue, in my tribute to him that ran in my col- Bill Chambers umn. The headline

for the story incorrectly said,“Farewell Tributes,� which made it sound like Bill was deceased. I am here to report that Bill Chambers is alive and well and living at Cumberland Ridge. Bill played college basketball for legendary Adoph Rupp and college football for Bear Bryant, among other athletic accomplishments.

13 Years on the job Congratulations to my wife, Natalie Napier, on having been with The Feed Store for 13 years.

Owned by her brother, Michael Natalie Napier Ingram, The Feed Store is located on Hwy. 70E next door to Plateau Lanes. Natalie can normally be found behind the register.

Leaving job Best wishes to Crystal Tayes, who is leaving Upper Cumberland Federal Credit Union after 15 years of service. She will be opening her Crystal Tayes own business in Monterey and we wish her the best

of luck. She handled at least two loans for me and she was always pleasant to work with and super at her job. She will be missed.

Branching out Congratulations to my old golf buddy, Bob Young, who recently took on a partner in his pharmacy business.

His son, Brant Young, has joined Brant Young the business, formerly known as Medicine Shop. They are now operating as Young Pharmacy, but will continue to be located at 23 Woodmere Mall. Dad went to pharmacy school at Samford University in Birmingham and Brant at University of Tennessee at Memphis.

Bob has enjoyed a long career as a pharmacist. He worked for Blankenship Pharmacy, John Smith Pharmacy, plus 15 years at Crossville Discount Pharmacy. He has owned The Medicine Shop since 1982.

New Director of Marketing Good Samaritan Society of Fairfield Glade has a new Sales and Marketing Director, Darcie Roach. A local girl, Darci grew up in Crossville and studied business, marketing and

political science at Maryville College.

I met her recently when I was at Good Samaritan for a speaking engagement. She came to Good Darci Roach Samaritan from WyndRidge Health & Rehab where she wore several hats. She and her husband Jon have two children, Halle and Jackson.

Another one bites the dust I am a little late with this news, but I want to mention it anyway.

Long-time banker Joe Young, who was the President Joe Young of Cumberland County Bank, has retired (end of 2014). In his 32 years with the bank, he moved through the ranks as teller, branch manager and senior vice president. One of 13 children, he is a native of the Dorton Community where he still lives. Joe Young has been a friend to our family ever since I arrived on the plateau, and we wish him the best. We are already seeing more of him on the golf course.

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room. Early each morning I ate a healthy breakfast at the hotel. Late each evening I ate at the same restaurant, always ordering chicken quesadilla and guacamole dip (that was as exotic or adventurous as I wanted to be at that time.) But even the restaurant servers seemed to know I wasn’t the typical fun-seeking tourist; they greeted me warmly but then left me alone. Lunch was cheese crackers and a diet Coke from a vending machine (well, maybe that wasn’t too healthy.) I had a 5x7 spiral-bound notebook into which I recorded names, notes, addresses, and numbers and I had a cloth bag in which important documents could be carried. I later learned I was described by hospital staff as “the lady with the purple bag.�

Uplands would be ready for our eventual return to Pleasant Hill.

Each day I was visited by a crew member from whichever Carnival Cruise Ship was in port at Cozumel. Each morning the security guard warmly greeted me with offers to help and the Intensive Care staff smiled when I scrubbed and adorned the gown and mask needed for entering ICU. Often I used the receptionist’s “American phone� to make calls in addition to those I could make on my own mobile phone. Tom had a detached retina procedure in November and still needed daily eye-drop medication. I “Walk-like-a-Duck� had given the medication to An American also awaiting ICU staff, desperately hoping airlift to the States told me “You that they would understand the Tom Eckert will like this place. It is really importance of his eyesight even clean.� I learned she was referwhile fighting for his life. There ring to the housekeepers who mopped the were “caring moments� each morning tile floors often. Every hallway seemed to when I arrived at the ICU unit, as a young staff member would smile, hold up the eye contain an orange triangle “Caution - Cuidrop medication, and nod her head. When dado� sign. I quickly discovered that water on tile is very slippery. I was recovering one of the housekeepers noticed bruises from spine and hip pain and learned that around Tom’s wrists, she notified a nurse. the only safe way was to walk-like-a-duck.

Both spoke in Spanish, the nurse giving her an explanation for the need to restrain Vanity took a back seat! his arms. The housekeeper then smiled at ICD Friday Arrival me in what I interpreted as a sympathetic Late Friday evening Dr. Moguel surgigesture. cally inserted the ICD and gave permission for airlift preparations for the next Consistent but not Boring day. I was told that insurance would want I was deliberate in my plan to “stay strong.â€? Late each night I went back to the to transport to the closest hospital (Ft. Lauderdale, 1Ăł hours away.) I insisted it hotel for several hours of sleep in a nice

was important to transport Tom all the way to Cookeville Tennessee because another hospital stop would be detrimental. Fortunately Dr. Moguel agreed to try to influence the insurance representative. Again, waiting for decision! Friends at home were given information that varied as the situation changed hourly.

Saturday Takeoff?

Although expected earlier, an ambulance finally arived at 9 pm Saturday with a professional medical airlift team from REVA. By 9:45 pm they had attached mobile monitoring equipment and wrapped Tom in a transporting bag, and I had signed papers releasing every person and every organization of liability. By 10:15 pm we were through (the first) customs and squeezed into a torpedo-shaped Lear Jet. At 10:30 pm the pilot told us there were technical difficulties with an engine and a mechanic had been called. Then we were told another plane from Ft. Lauderdale should arrive in about 4 hours. At 11:15 pm we exited the first plane, got back into an ambulance and were transported to a small clinic where the REVA team was able to plug in their equipment. Tom was placed on a bed while the rest of us sat on small stools around the room, trying to ignore loud music from a nearby Saturday night festival. Eventually the new plane arrived, an ambulance transported us back to the airport, and medical equipment and Tom were carried onboard. The rest of us squeezed into our respective seats and at 4:25 am Sunday morning the airlift from Mexico actually began.

Throughout this process Tom’s eyes were closed, he couldn’t respond verbally

or to any requests. Although tied securely, it was evident that he was agitated. The team released one of his arms and Tom immediately began hitting his fist against the metal wall of the plane, continuing that loud action for the duration of the flight. I suppose the team reasoned that a bruised fist was “nothing� compared to what he had experienced.

Sunday Touchdown Upon our delayed arrival in Atlanta, we had to wait again, this time for customs officials to be called in to process us.

Finally, at 7:15 am Eastern Time on Sunday, February 8, we re-boarded the plane and flew to the airport south of Cookeville where the White County ambulance was waiting to transport us to Cookeville Regional Hospital. We were not sure what Tom was aware of, but at 7:00 am Central Time we told Tom that we had arrived.

Tom’s entire body relaxed.

Cookeville Readiness The ER team was ready for our arrival and began new testing procedures immediately. Of vital concern was an infection at the ICD site: strong antibiotics were begun along with tissue culture and blood tests. Tom had swallowed no food or water for almost 9 days: good nutrition and rest were also needed.

While the medical staff paid attention to Tom, friends arrived at the hospital to pay attention to me. I truly felt surrounded by loving, caring people: Liz, Russ, Ann, Judy, Bob, Richard, John, Anita, Bob, and probably more that my grateful body felt See

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City of Crossville NEWS

City’s giant fireworks show highlights calendar of fun summertime activities

By DON NAPIER Summertime is here and that means excitement of every kind, thanks in part to the many warm weather events hosted by the City of Crossville. From golf, to outdoor concerts, canoeing on the lake, outdoor Bluegrass concerts, and a giant fireworks show, there will be a lot to do in Crossville this summer.

State Senior Open The 2015 Senior State Open was held in May with Franklin’s Doug Harris taking home the trophy. Harris was the first amateur to win this coveted title, now in its 6th year. Cookeville’s Paul Korth, the runner-up in 2014, finished in 8th place. Held at Stonehenge Golf Course in Fairfield Glade, the Senior Open crowns two champions, one for the main tournament (ages 50-65) and one for the Super Senior division (ages 65+). Steven Kehrer from Crossville edged out Loudon’s Jim Brown for the Senior Championship. Kehrer took home the $500 first place purse.

Summer Concert Series Starting with Friday, June 26th, music will once again come to Crossville through the Spirit Broadband Amphitheater, as the Summer

FUN ON THE WATER- If you would like to teach your kids about water safety and have some fun at the same time, bring them out to Meadow Park Lake on July 25, beginning at 3 p.m., for the annual Obed Watershed WaterFest and Family Fun Day. Live music begins at 5 p.m.

Concert Series cranks up for the season. Additional schedule nights will be July 24th and August 21st. The amphitheater is located at 72 South Main Street and the concerts are free.

Bring your blanket, lawn chairs and refreshments and come on downtown for music. Starting time is 6 p.m.

2015 Women’s Open The vastly popular Golf Capital of Tennessee Women’s Open will be held at Stonehenge Golf Course Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July 30 - August 1. A player’s reception will be held Wednesday, July 29th at the Fairfield Glade Conference Center.

The tournament was held for five

years at Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain (2004-2008), then moved to Stonehenge in Fairfield Glade, where it has been held since 2009.

This year will be the 12th year this prestigious tournament has been held in Crossville. Sponsored by The City of Crossville, the 2014 event was won

by Chirapat Jao-Javanil. The 2014 low amateur was Riley Rennell of Columbia, TN. Fun Day at Meadow Park The annual Obed Watershed WaterFest and Family Fun Day will be held at Meadow Park Lake on Saturday, July 25 from 3 - 8 p.m. If your family enjoys the outdoors and being

on and around the water, you’re going to love this day.

“There will be activities for every age,” Marlene Potter, Meadow Park Mgr. said.“There will be canoes, small boats and kayaks for use by the kids, with instructors on hand.”There will be numerous booths and educational nature exhibits and group nature tours of the lake on pontoon boats with narrators. Meadow Park is home to bald eagles, which are seen on a regular basis. There will also be live music at 5 p.m. by Carrie Hassler, Tennessee’s Leading Lady of Bluegrass, along with other bands. Concessions will be available along with free ice cream.

4th of July Celebration One of the most popular days of the year in Crossville is the Fourth of July and the big Fireworks Show is back this year, beginning at 9 p.m. This year’s July 4th celebration is sponsored by the City and Cumberland Medical Center/Covenant Health.

There will be concessions and inflatables for the kids at 837 Industrial Blvd. starting at 5 p.m., and live music

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but my frazzled mind cannot remember. Friends Marda and Jim had already rescued our car from the Miami parking lot and delivered it to my brother Bud in Naples. Right away on Sunday morning, Bud began a 12-hour journey to be with â&#x20AC;&#x153;his big sisterâ&#x20AC;? for the next week. At some point Ann took me to our Pleasant Hill home and Tom was safely with professional staff at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

SSSB Friends Script was added by Dwight to the emceeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s text at the Sunday February 8 concert of the Southern Stars Symphonic Brass. To the full house in the auditorium, this was read: â&#x20AC;&#x153;As we are a community of the Arts, we want to make you aware that one of our most artistic families, Rev. Tom and Sharron Eckert, had a traumatic experience while on a cruise in the Caribbean this past week. Tom suffered a severe heart condition and was removed from the ship to Cozumel Mexico...Both Tom and Sharron have been great supporters of the Southern Stars and active renowned artists...We ask that you offer prayers on the Eckertsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; behalf and Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recovery while you listen to Brenda Fryeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rendition of the inspiring â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Never Walk Alone.â&#x20AC;?Yes, we were surrounded by care and love.

Dramatic Recovery While in Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Tom made remarkable recovery.

The ICD was removed on Monday. He

began talking (a lot), walking (slowly and with assistance), and responding. He was still irritated at lines and tubes so friends needed to stay with him overnight to keep him in bed unless staff assisted: Anita, Bob, Sandra, daughters Kathy & Linda, Bud, Lyle, Russ. Soon, Tom was asking for his painting and drawing materials, even though at first he could not even hold a pencil. Sleeping was almost impossible for him, the CPAP mask was scary, perhaps post-traumatic thoughts were surfacing, hallucinations occurred. But via physical therapy and professional attention by ICU staff, Tom continued to gain some strength.

His cognitive skills improved. Visiting friends helped the hours and days pass quickly. By Tuesday February 17, Tom was released to the next step.

Wharton Rehab Unit Again we were completely surrounded by the entire Uplands Village and adjacent community of friends. Tom testified that in all of his 42+ years of ministry with visits to numerous nursing homes, Wharton Homes positively exceeded all of them.

After a month of many sessions of physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and after attention by staff and friends, Tom was released to our home on March 17.

Confession of Reality During a care-conference with Wharton and Uplands Village staff, I confessed that I truly did not know exactly what having Tom back home with 24/7 surveillance restrictions would really mean. But I did know that we had been through a horrific experience and we survived. And that we were ready to take the next step.

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Both of our schedules have completely changed. Daily appointments with physicians and therapy have been time- and energy-consuming. What used to be simple actions or Tom now cause shortness of breath and fatigue. Friends continue to offer and provide assistance, giving words of assurance, love, prayers, and caring thoughts. Each and all of those things are greatly appreciated by both of us.

By mid-May, with Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continual recovery, restrictions have been relaxed.

Rehab continues with the goal of gaining body strength to compensate for Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s damaged heart. Most days are pretty good: some are confusing. Our lives continue to change as we respond to different responsibilities. But always, we feel surrounded by love and care.

Finances I deliberately left the financial situation out of the basic story. I was fortunate in that things worked for me but I do not know exactly how. Some bills had to be paid up-front: the ship already had my credit card so I â&#x20AC;&#x153;simplyâ&#x20AC;? had to sign the receipt as Tom was being transported out to the ambulance. We have several credit cards and I was in touch with representatives throughout the week because I did not know exactly what financial responsibilities were needed for hospital, hotel, air transport.

I probably changed the travel insurance contract by insisting on transport to a distant hospital instead of â&#x20AC;&#x153;nearestâ&#x20AC;? as stated in the contract. I learned that when a card transaction is first processed, it is on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;pendingâ&#x20AC;? line. It decreases the â&#x20AC;&#x153;available creditâ&#x20AC;? line but payment cannot be made on that pending amount in order to get that credit line back up. Most of our credit cards are in both names and the companies told me that by law they cannot increase the credit limit or even provide any information unless they talk with both parties (not possible in our case!) A few hours before we left the Cozumel hospital, I was informed of another large bill to pay.

Even though I had the routing numbers for our checking accounts, the Cozumel hospital said that I had to call the bank for any transactions, which was not possible on a Saturday night at 6 pm. Although I had been assured of the available credit by one of the credit card company representatives during the week, when I tried to use that card on the weekend, it came back â&#x20AC;&#x153;rejected.â&#x20AC;? Cumberland County Bank had been willing to wire a large sum to me for use over the weekend, but I was not willing to handle that amount of cash. At the last minute, I dared to use a card that I knew was maxed out, but somehow it went through and we were permitted to leave.

Many insurance filings still need to be made because all bills have not yet been received. I really do not know what I would recommend to a future traveler: the advice â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be Preparedâ&#x20AC;? is difficult when there are unexpected situations. I have told folks that I probably will never leave the country again...maybe not even Tennessee.

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It’s vacation time again - why not head to beautiful Dale Hollow Lake?

By KEVIN DONALDSON Crossville Life Features Editor CELINA-From the Southeast to the Midwest, Dale Hollow Lake has long been renowned as a vacation spot. Guess what? It’s vacation time again.

When you throw in for good measure the lake’s reputation as a top fishing spot, especially smallmouth bass, it’s a must-visit destination, and only a very short drive from Crossville.

Why make the drive to Dale Hollow? There’s a laundry list of reasons: houseboating, scuba diving and snorkeling, various water sports, primitive camping and developed campgrounds, the clarity of its water, and its rustic beauty, along with fishing (more next issue).

These are just some of the things that make up the rich, multi-faceted history of Dale Hollow Lake. It’s a history that includes state, continent and world fishing records, and visitors in the dozens of millions. Dale Hollow means different things to different people, but its reputation cuts a wide swath.

So much to do, so little time Dale Hollow is well-known for its houseboating. How good is the houseboating on the lake? Pickaslip. com rated Dale Hollow as the top houseboating destination not only in the U.S., but on the continent, ahead of such vacationing heavyweights as Lake Powell in Utah and Lake Mead near Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.

Dale Hollow can also mean scuba diving and snorkeling to others. The clarity of the lake is outstanding, and that clarity has attracted divers from hundreds of miles away for decades.

Water sports in general come to mind when Dale Hollow is mentioned. A lot of folks want to ski, jet ski or “tube” on Dale Hollow, and there’s no secret why. With over 600 miles of shoreline and nearly 28,000 surface acres of water, there’s plenty of room for everyone to have fun. Others prefer to tool up or down the lake at a more leisurely pace on a pontoon (my personal favorite) or smaller boat.

The lake is also known for its primitive camping and for the more sophisticated traveler, its developed campgrounds. You can do whatever type of camping you want to do on the lake or at another great spot.

Camping below the dam While on the subject of camping, we would be remiss if we didn’t mention the amazing campground located directly below the dam. The Corps of Engineer-operated campground has everything a camper would want in terms of facilities, and facilities are only half of it.

The other half is its location and the accompanying scenery. The campground is situated directly downstream from Dale Hollow Dam, only a few hundreds of yards away. The Obey

fishing licenses and trout stamps than any other one like it in Tennessee.”

The Obey River campground is one of the most popular in Tennessee with many sites directly on the river. The Obey was impounded in 1939 to form Dale Hollow Lake. The water in the river rises and runs fast when the dam is generating, and drains to shallow pools when generation ends.

River (which was impounded to form Dale Hollow Lake) runs parallel to the entire southern side of the campground, with a several hundred-foot high mountain directly behind the river.

Lake access is less than three miles away by road. You have direct access to the Obey on-site (complete with launching ramp). Celina, with a handful of mom-and-pop restaurants, groceries, shopping and antiquing, is only about three miles away. In terms of location, what more could you want?

Virtually the entire campground is shaded (not an exaggeration), and wildlife abounds. If you can walk or ride around the campground and not see a dozen squirrels, who have almost become pets through the years, it’s a rare thing. I have personally seen deer on the adjacent walking/biking trail multiple times, too. Those are not pets.

In terms of facilities, there are three bathroom/shower units on the grounds, a laundry facility, and a really nice fish-cleaning table and sink, among other things. There’s the usual electrical, water and sewer utilities you would expect, and each camping space has fire pit/grilling areas.

The walking/biking trail is roughly a mile around, and situated on the western end of the camping area. It, too, is almost completely shaded, and runs through an area that sets this campground apart from others: a direct fishing stream outlet from the Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery.

People just keep coming back There are 40,000 annual visitors to the fish hatchery, and many of them come to fish. “People come here to camp and fish, and find out there’s a lot more to do than that,” said Andrew Currie, fish hatchery manager.

Visiting the hatchery and campground has become a tradition that’s handed down from generation to generation, Currie said. “Kids that

were brought here by their grandparents are now bringing their own kids,” he said.

“People come to the campground to fish,” said Paul Boyce, president of the Friends of Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery Support group. The outlet stream from the hatchery to the Obey River “is one of the heaviestfished streams in the state,” Currie said.

“We stock the Obey every Friday,” Currie said.“This little stream between the hatchery and the river sells more

You can come just to sight-see Certainly among the most appealing features of Dale Hollow Lake is its rustic beauty, which is also a factor for many visitors who come largely for other reasons. Through the impoundment of the Obey River, Dale Hollow was carved from the hills and valleys of the lower part of the Cumberland Plateau, an area known for its rugged, breathtaking landscape.

Through a conscious effort, Dale Hollow Lake has retained virtually all of that landscape. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which operates the dam, power plant and reservoir, has never allowed direct private landowner access to the lake, always keeping a considerable buffer between private property and the lake’s shoreline. The result has been a lake, compared so most you will visit, that has been largely undisturbed by outside influences. Seeing is believing.

• NEXT TIME: More on Dale Hollow and its fishing reputation.

The outlet stream from the National Fish Hatchery and other tributaries are among the favorite places to fish, especially when the dam is generating and sending water down the main river in fast currents. The Obey River is stocked weekly with Rainbow Trout.

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NOTE: The trip to Celina should be roughly an hour and 15 minutes from Crossville, depending on your driving speed. All but about 10 miles of your trip will be four-lane driving.

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Dale Hollow marinas offer wide range of facilities and services EDITOR’S NOTE: Below are thumbnail sketches of all marinas who are a part of the Dale Hollow Marina Association. It is by no means a complete listing of all the things the member marinas offer, but a quick glance at what they do and where they’re located.

Many things are common to virtually all the marinas and resorts: launching ramps, access to and help in securing fishing guides, mooring slips, and stores, among others. These are not contained in the individual listings below.

For more complete information on what individual marinas offer, contact them using the information found elsewhere on this page or visit their websites.

Directions below take you to the road the marina is located on or where signage can get you there.

For more detailed information, consult your GPS or get directions from the marina’s website.

CEDAR HILL RESORT Tennessee - Southwestern part of the lake; near Celina.

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Services: Houseboats, cabins, pontoon boats, ski boats, bass boats, jon boats, restaurant.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West to Celina. Then take Highway 53 North toward Burkesville (KY) and follow the signs.

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DALE HOLLOW MARINA Tennessee - Southwestern part of the lake; near Celina.

Services: Houseboats, cottages, pontoon boats, john boats.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take

DALE HOLLOW STATE PARK MARINA Kentucky - North central part of the lake, nearest Burkesville.

Services: State park lodge and camping, restaurant; rentals for pontoon boats, bass boats and jet skis located nearby.

How to get there: (1) Use already-mentioned directions to Celina and continue on Highway 53 North into Kentucky toward Burkesville; (2) Take Highway 127 North thru Albany (KY) to Kentucky Hwy. 90 and head west.

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EAGLE COVE RESORT & MARINA Tennessee - Northeastern part of the lake; near Byrdstown.

Services: Houseboats, pontoon boats, ski boats, cabins.

How to get there: (1) Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville and take Highway 111 thru Livingston to

Byrdstown; (2) Take Hwy. 127 North to Hwy. 111 near Kentucky state line and drive south toward Byrdstown.

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EAST PORT MARINA & RESORT Tennessee - Southeastern part of the lake; between Livingston and Jamestown.

Services: Houseboats, cabins, pontoon boats, bass boats, ski boats, jon boats, jet skis, restaurant.

How to get there: (1) Take I-40 and Highway 111 to Livingston.

From there, take Highway 52 East toward Jamestown; (2) Take Hwy. 127 to Jamestown and Highway 52 West from there.

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HENDRICKS CREEK RESORT Kentucky - Northwestern part of the lake, nearest Burkesville.

Services: Houseboats, cottages, pontoon boats, fishing boats, jon boats, kayaks, paddleboats.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and See

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Food Finds

Food City Deli plans to expand an already great salad, olive bar

By DON NAPIER Recently, I have enjoyed several new venues for lunch. One of the very best is located inside Food City on Peavine Road. They have a super salad bar located in their deli, and the choices are many. So far, all that I have tried were delicious.

You can eat in the deli, or get your salad to go. At $4.95 per pound, you make your choices, then take your plate to the cashier who weighs it.

On the day I am writing about, I had a medium-sized green salad with tomatoes, olives, turkey and ham, and some fresh fruit pineapple, grapes and watermelon. My cost was $4.69 plus a $1 soft drink. A pretty good, healthy lunch, for $6.24.

I will also have to brag on their salad dressing, at least I will on the one I used. I am a pretty good judge of Bleu Cheese, snd theirs was thick and chunky with a smooth taste, not bitter.

I talked to the Food City store manager and he said there were plans on the drawing board to enlarge the salad bar, maybe combining it with their olive bar and including hot soups.

Food City already has a good crowd who enjoy their breakfast. I have overheard golfers talk about it before. While I live in The Homesteads, I still go to Fairfield Glade on

business pretty often and to play golf. When I have the need, I always shop at Food City, either in town or on Peavine. I have been a loyal Food City shopper since they were located in Woodmere Mall.

On the day I am writing about, The Food City salad bar, as they lady is finding out, I had a speaking features over 50 fresh fruits and vegetables and a very engagement at unique olive bar. You can eat inside in their Cafe or carry Good Samarihome. tans at Fairfield Glade. Afterwards, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat bread and that hampers I stopped at Food City, made some lunch more than dinner. photos of their salad bar (seen here) As we were driving away from and enjoyed a healthy, fair-priced Stone Memorial High School, where lunch. I also enjoyed reading the she is a junior, we saw Butcher Blockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nashville Tennessean, which was left sign. They are a fairly new restaurant, in the window by the bench seats. located in the old location of Halcyon Days, next door to Stonehaus Winery.

Lunch with daughter Lyndi I said,â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hey, we have been wanting to at The Butcher Block eat here, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s go to Butcher Block.â&#x20AC;?

On Friday, May 8, my 17-year-old Lyndi ordered the Buffalo Burger daughter Lyndi got out of school at without the bun, and a side of french 11:30 and I picked her up. She loves fries. I ordered one of their daily spegoing to lunch with me when the cials, Mediterranean Chicken, which is opportunity arises. This was a good cooked with olives, artichokes, tomachance, so we pondered our choices. toes, capers, garlic and Feta cheese She is Gluten intolerant and that crumbles. I had a cup of their soup of makes it difficult for her to eat out. the day, which was chicken-chorizo

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It was absolutely delicious, the highlight of my meal. Anyone who reads my column knows that I love soups. It was elevated a bit more when I added some Sriracha hot sauce.

While a bit pricey for lunch, our meal was very good. We especially enjoyed the classy cutlery, white tablecloths, black tables and chairs and finely appointed dining room. Our waiter wore a white shirt, tie and black butcher apron. They have done it up right inside, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for sure. Our waiter was Justin, and he did an excellent job.

Lyndi reported that her Buffalo Burger was good, that it tasted like hamburger but with less fat. My chicken was also very good. I loved the sauce it came in. They serve bread baked in the restaurant, which looked very good, but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat bread. I will also compliment them on their music. I am particular about this. I hate to eat in a restaurant where 90% of the clientele is over 60 but they are playing teenage rock music, probably chosen by a young cook, or manager.

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About Town

5th St. Marketplace... A Cafe, Expresso Shop, Bakery & Dessert Shop

By DON NAPIER 5th St. Marketplace is many things to many people. It is a unique shopping experience with over 50 different shops, specializing in beautiful home decor, gifts and accessories, located on two floors in Charityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bake Shop features a glass display case, filled a building with 9,000 with cakes of every flavor and homemade cookies, square feet. scones, and candies. Need to meet someone for busiBut to many ness? This is the perfect place when dessert and coffee people, it is the neigh- is all you need. There are two different areas downstairs borhood cafe, serving with tables and chairs, plenty of privacy and the cafe is just steps away. hot and cold sandwiches, salads, quiche, with homemade goodies of every soups and tea and coffee products, kind. On the day I was there, they had including their popular fruit tea with Lava Cake, NY Cheesecake, Creme simple sugar. You can go on Facebook Brulee, Lemon Cake, Chocolate Walto see their weekly specials on the nut Cake, German Chocolate Cake, Cafe menu.

Sugar Free Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Upstairs, in the portion of the Butter Cream Cake, Strawberry Cake, building facing West Avenue, is Southern Coconut Cake and a simple Southern Espresso Coffee Shop servYellow Cake. Their variety will be difing Espresso Coffees, Mochas, Lattes, ferent on different days.

Frappes, Cappuccinos, Iced coffee You may also eat in the area beverages, fruit smoothies and speknown as the Bake Shop, where there ciality teas. are tables and comfortable chairs. It is Downstairs, near the Cafe, is the perfect place to meet someone for Charityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bake Shop, featuring freshfun or business. And if you have 8 or baked desserts and many speciality 10 in your party, no problem, they can candies. This area of the Marketplace accommodate your group and give has glass-front dessert cases filled you privacy as well.

The Bake Shop also has exotic brands of solid chocolate by Maggie Lyons, DeBrand and Marich. Some of the more popular sellers are the dark chocolate berries, cherries and coffee beans. You can buy them one at a time, like out of a box of fine chocolates, or a dozen in a gift box. Flavors are: Cheesecake Truffles, Carrot Cake Truffles, Georgia Pecan Truffles, White Chocolate-Covered Oreos, Milk Chocolate, Rocky Road Bars, Pecan Paws, and English Butter Toffees.

They also carry small blocks of solid chocolate with greetings carved into the chocolate: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank You, Happy Birthday, Thinking of You, and Chocolate Makes Everything Better.â&#x20AC;?At $3.95 they make great small gifts. You can buy a gift card and insert into the back of the candy wrapping, made just for such an occasion. The Maggie Lyon chocolates come in several flavors, but the solid milk chocolate is going to be tough to beat.

There is no way to adequately list all the goodies they have in their Bake Shop, but I sure do not want to overlook their homemade cookies. In an antique glass-front case, you can see exactly what you want: Scones at $2.75, or sugar cookies, white chocolate macadamia nuts, chocolate chips, peanut butter or cherry with white chocolate for 50 cents each.

If you are planning a special event, you can order your cake from The Bake Shop, round or a sheet cake.

Just call owner Ruthie Kerley for the details at 484-9657. They are also excellent caterers, for any occasion or size party.

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Best of the Best

Just exactly what kind of meal can you get for $20?

By DON NAPIER I pondered that exact question recently while discussing restaurants with a friend. We were talking about entrees and related costs. We arrived at the twenty dollar cost. I told him it would be good to know what a person could get for $20. We have done the “Great Cheeseburger Challenge” a few years ago in the magazine and ranked cheeseburgers. This time, it is the $20 meal. What can you get for $20?

Beef & Barrel I ate several meals as part of the research for this story, none better than a late lunch at Beef & Barrel Restaurant on West Avenue in Crossville. Sometimes I will eat a late lunch and let it stand for lunch and supper. That was the deal here.

My $20 got me a fine entree from their CREATE YOUR OWN COM-

BO. I chose NY Strip steak and BBQ Ribs (sauce on the side). It came with a loaf of baked bread, a nice garden salad and roasted potatoes.

It was excellent with a capital “E.” I ordered the steak medium rare and it was cooked perfectly, and very tender. I also was served by an excellent waitress, Deb Gates, who said she had been with the restaurant for nine years. Price, $18.66 Ruby Tuesday In a tie with Beef & Barrel is Ruby Tuesday in Crossville. My search yielded their Coastal Trio, consisting of a Lobster Tail, six jumbo skewered shrimp brushed with garlic scampi butter, paired with a light, flaky Tilapia, which I ordered “topped with creole seasoning.” It came with a trip to their famous Salad Bar (which has never disappointed me), two cheese biscuits,

and another side, which was Asparagus (delicious). Price, $16.95 Forte’s My next stop was at Forte’s Restaurant, located downtown, next-door to the courthouse. I was drawn to two particular entrees that fit in the $20 or less category. From their lunch menu, I chose Surf & Turf for $10.95. It consists of 4 oz. of Filet Tips with three jumbo grilled shrimp, served with Salsa Verde-Pureed Cilantro, Olive Oil, Capers and Mustard. It comes with bread, and two sides (salad and soup is always my choice). Also at Forte’s, from their dinner menu, is Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus, the Queen Cut - 12 oz. for $19.95 Vegas Steakhouse My choice was actually two orders. I had their Royal Prime Rib,

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Tennessee Senior Olympics moving 2016 Golf Championship to Crossville The Tennessee Senior Olympics is excited to announce that Crossville, TN, also known as The Golf Capital of Tennessee, has been selected to host the 2016 State Finals Golf Championship.

Senior golfers aged 50 and older will be invited to showcase their skills and share in some friendly competition at Heatherhurst Golf Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crag Course in Fairfield Glade. The tournament is tentatively scheduled for June 13-14, 2016 and expects to draw over 150 players from across the state.

Golfers will compete within fiveyear age groups, starting at age 50. All age groups will be determined by athletesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ages as of December 31 of 2016.

In conjunction with this media release, the Tennessee Senior Olympics is proud to announce a new affiliation with the Tennessee Golf Association, whereby the association will assist Ten-

nessee Senior Olympics with promoting the State Finals Golf Championship to golfers in Tennessee, in addition to, providing administrative and operational support at the championship site.

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, presenting sponsor and a longtime supporter of the Tennessee Senior Olympics, helped establish the games in 1981. Now entering their 35th year, the Tennessee Senior Olympics founders and sponsors are still steadfastly dedicated to promoting healthy and active lifestyles among seniors. Joining BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as sponsor of the TN Senior Olympics Golf Championship is the City of Crossville and the Tennessee Golf Association.

For more information please email at info@tnseniorolympics.com, visit www.tnseniorolympics.com, or call 615-200-8760.

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ship between what a Christian student believes and how he or she behaves.

Athletics The CAC Athletic Development is comprised of teams in several sports, covering elementary, middle school, junior varsity, and varsity squads.

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head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West to Celina. Then take Highway 53 North into Kentucky toward Burkesville.

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HOLLY CREEK RESORT & MARINA Tennessee - West-central part of the lake, between Celina (nearest) and Burkesville.

Services: Houseboats, cabins, pontoon boats, fishing boats, ski boats.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West to Celina. Then take Highway 53 North to near the Kentucky state line.

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HORSE CREEK DOCK & RESORT Tennessee - Southwestern part of the lake, between Celina (nearest) and Livingston.

Services: Cabins, pontoon boats, bass boats.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West about 10 miles toward Celina.

MITCHELL CREEK MARINA Tennessee - Southwestern part of the lake, between

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How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West about eight miles toward Celina.

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STAR POINT RESORT Tennessee - Northeastern part of the lake, near Byrdstown.

Services: Lodge, cabins, campground, condos, pontoon boats, jon boats.

How to get there: (1) Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville and take Highway 111 thru Livingston to Byrdstown; (2) Take Hwy. 127 North to Hwy. 111 near Kentucky state line and drive south toward Byrdstown.

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SULFUR CREEK RESORT Kentucky - Northwestern part of the lake, nearest Burkesville.

Services: Houseboats, cabins, campground, pontoon boats, fishing boats, restaurant.

How to get there: Take I-40 to Highway 111 near Cookeville, and head north. At Livingston, take Highway 52 West to Celina. Then take Highway 53 North into Kentucky toward Burkesville.

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Sports

National Bound!

Crossville’s 60+ Softball Team headed to National Senior Olympics in Minneapolis, MN this summer MINNEAPOLIS - For the third time since 2011, a Crossville Men’s Senior Softball Team won the Gold Medal at the Tennessee Senior Olympics in Franklin, TN to earn a trip the Nationals. This year, it is the 60+ team that will represent Tennessee in Minneapolis.The players on this team range from age 61 through 72, but most fall into the 60-65 group. Minimum age is 60.

In 2013, the Crossville Senior Softball team, ages 65-70, under the direction of player/manager Dick Deweese, played in Cleveland, Ohio in the Nationals. In 2010, a Crossville team played in the Nationals in Houston, TX. This was the third consecutive State Championship to be claimed by a Crossville team. The tournament is only held every other year.

“This team is very capable of competing for a gold medal,” Coach/Player Tim Hewitt said.“Five of our players have played in a National Senior Olympics before , this is a very experienced team.”

The senior teams play two days a week. If you would like to join a senior team, you can attend a practice and test your abilities against other players the same age.“Our team is a good base-hitting team with a nice mix of power, but we do not hit home runs, but we have two or three guys capable of hitting it out.,” Hewitt said.

The City of Crossville sponsored the team in the state tournament, providing $3,000 to cover travel expenses.“The City of Crossville sponsors the team, making it the only municipal-sponsored team in the nation,”Team President Ted Meadows said.“We are the only local amateur team in the tournament. We are playing against All-Star teams made up of players put together from different towns and and some cases, different states.”

Funds for the trip to Minneapolis comes from Player/ individuals in the community who made contribuManager tions. Some local businesses have helped out too, Tim but the players will pick up the balance. They have Hewitt raised some money themselves to help with the trip.

We need to come to their aid and come up with the necessary funds to help them enjoy the trip.

• Crossville Life Magazine will help raise money by accepting pledges of support. If you would like to help our softball team get to Minneapolis, help with their meals, their accommodations, etc., please send your checks to Crossville Softball, P.O. Box 792, Crossville, TN 38557. We will gather the funds and make sure the team manager gets them. Donations must be made before June 25.

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