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SEPTEMBER 2011
Arts & Entertainment Throughout the Tri-Cities Scene
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423.392.8373WWW.RIDGEFIELDSCLUB.COM
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423.392.8373WWW.RIDGEFIELDSCLUB.COM
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Diamond Point Plaza • 401 West Oakland AvenueJohnson City, TN 37604 • (423) 477-4367
Tuesday thru Friday 10 :00 am to 6:00 pm or by Appointment
Purveyors of Fine Jewelry and WAtchesUnparalledled in Quality and Service
Joseph and Sandy Rieger, Owners
Appr aisals • Jewelry Repair • Watch Repair Custom Designing on Premises • Certified Loose Diamonds
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Liquid FaceliftThe Liquid Facelift is a non-surgical facelift, using dermal fillers in a combination with BOTOX or Dysport.
• Eliminate Wrinkles with BOTOX/Dysport • Cheek Augmentation with Radiesse • Lip Augmentation with Juvederm/Restylane • Skin smoothing Chemical Peels
Johnson City3135 People Street • Suite 400423.854.9200
Kingsport109 Jack White Drive423.245.2078
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editorialsCalendar of Events.....................................................14-15
Daytime Doc: Dr. Tom Rogers......................................18
Non-Profit Profile: Healing Hands Heath Center.....22
Etiquette Page: I’m Suppose to Dress How?!..........24
SEEN on the SCENE.........................................................48
Artist Profile: William Bell.................................................49
New on the Seen.......................................................52-53
Music Scene: Wolf Creek...............................................59
HAPPY…...............................................................................61
events Tri-Cities Got Talent..........................................................10
Karing Fair Fishing Tournament.....................................11
Mountain States Foundation...................................12-13
High School Footbal Jamboree............................20-21
Bays Mountain Business After Hours...........................17
American Cancer Society Beer Bash........................19
Discovery Series: Ellen Hopkins....................................26
TCCE Annual Executive Conference........................27
Beers, Cigars & Brats.................................................30-31
Healing Hands: Out of Africa...............................32-34
Community Profile: Abingdon..............................37-44
AACA National Fall Meeting........................................51
Kingsport Job Fair............................................................55
Piney Flat Days.................................................................56
Kingsport Mets: Don Spivey Press Box.......................57
SEPTEMBER 2011ISSUE 3
Polynesian Beach Party
on the coverStan & Kim PacePhotography By: Angela Striligas
PINEY FLATS DAYS
HAPPY...
BRISTOL CAR SHOW
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publisherAngela Striligas
co-publisherBrian Hullette
creative directorChelsie Gregory
account managersFelicia Conners Bruce GreenKellie PainterShelley ParhamLindsey Wilder
contributing writerKristina Twitty
webmasterRobert NeilsonWired Web Development
VIPSEEN, Inc.Tri-Cities423.276.9292 • [email protected]@vipseenmag.comwww.vipseenmag.com
visit our website
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September 24, 2011
Tennessee’sOktoberfest
Craft Bier Garden Sampling
Beer University
• Limited Tickets• 25 Craft Brewers• Free Commemorative Tasting Glass
• Free with Craft Bier Garden Ticket• Rare and Specialty Casks• Unique Beers (Watermelon, Jalapeno, Pumpkin, etc.)• Beer Seminars and Education
OKTOBERFEST ACTIVITIES• FREE LIVE BANDS• Bier, Cheers and Tears - Charity Beer Run• Bavarian Brat Eating Contest• Guinness Book of World Records Cornhole Toss and Tournament• Wiener Dog 'Brat Trot'• Das Kidzone • Family Activities
PROCEEDS BENEFIT Speedway Children's Charity, Toys for Tots, Keep Kingsport Beautiful and Move to Kingsport
Friend us on Facebook - Facebook Follow us on Twitter - Twitter To purchase your Craft Bier Garden and Beer University Ticket, go to
www.kingsportoktoberfest.com
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Tri-Cities Karing
Got TalentHeartbreak often leads to unexpected healing and Kari’s Heart Foundation is a beautiful example. Named for Kari Schoondyke, the infant daughter of Dr. Jeff and Jennifer Schoondyke, the non profit was established after Kari succumbed to congenital heart failure in 2008. She was only 7 months old. It was their experience as they cared for Kari which prompted them to help other fami-lies with sick children facing their own heartbreak by as-sisting them with personal, financial, and social resources as they endure a healthcare crisis. Through their faith-based foundation, they provide “Karing” Bags for hospi-talized children and families, transportation, temporary housing, clothing, food and other specific requests.
Two of the foundation’s largest annual fundraisers were held in Bristol and Johnson City recently bringing to-gether the community and many families the foundation has helped. “Tri-Cities Got Talent”, held at Bristol’s Para-mount Center for the Arts, raised $15,000, pulling per-formers of all ages with dance, song, musical instruments and “beat box.” Bringing the audience to their feet and rendering the judges “speechless” on a couple of occa-sions, the performers were a delight to see. Judging for the competition were: Johnny Birchfield, Tony Rominger and Lisa Love combining their musical and theatre back-
grounds to encourage participants and select the win-ners. Community Sponsors for the event included MCB Bank, New Look Outdoor Services, Grafik Touch, Note-Orious Sound Studio, J. Commons Photography, Lewis & Associates, Klein & Associates, and Karing Hearts Cardiology.
The show opened with last year’s winner - 7 year old Car-son Peters, who, at age 3 was given a mandolin by his grandmother before his parents found a small fiddle for him and a star was born. MC’d by Dr. Jeff and Jennifer Schoondyke, the audience was introduced to the performer along with a brief video clip of past performance.
VIPSEEN@Paramount Center for the Arts
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Winners of the evening:Open Alter (who will receive financial assistance com-
pete at America’s Got Talent)
1st Runner Up: Luke Broyles (Beatbox)
2nd Runner Up: Melanie Glenn (singer/song-writer)
3rd Runner Up: Wendy Aistrop (singer)
4th Runner up: Kristen Trent (singer)
VIPSEEN@Wingdeer Park
KaringFair
The Third annual “Karing Fair” was held Aug 13th (which would have been Kari’s 3rd birthday) near Boone Lake at Winged Deer Park. Raising $20,000 for Kari’s Heart Foundation, activities included a bike ride, dog walk, youth fishing tournament, inflatables for the kids and food for everyone. Piney Flats Bicycles and Fitness gave away a Bolder bike by Giant ($350 re-tail value) in addition to $300 in merchandise to give away at the event. Outback Steakhouse donated salmon, chicken and burgers to the event, grilled by Johnson City’s Outback Steak-house owner, Rob Gragg, himself. Good Time Inflatables provided inflatables for the kids. B&B Tropical Snowcones gave away snow cones. Other sponsors included Klein & Associates, Boones Creek Animal Hospital, New Look Out-door Services, Note-Orious Sound Studio, Karing Hearts Cardiology and Mahoney’s.
In all, over 1,000 people attended the “Karing Fair” to benefit a heart-filled foundation and families they serve. What an appropriate way to celebrate not only Kari’s short life, but the lives of all the children who benefit from the Schoondykes’ love for her. For more information about Kari’s Heart Foundation, visit www.karisheartfoundation.org or all 423-913-1171.
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Photography By: Bruce GreenStory By: Kristina Twitty
VIPSEEN@Winged Deer Park
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Haley & Andy Deitrich Krisy Mayo & Dr. Steve Marrs
Dr. Phillip and Olga Henry
Scott & Glenda Folsom
Dr. Jim & Dottie GibsonNikolas Buescher & Dr. Katherine Ball
Lemy Dao, Kelli Andrews, Rachael Vaughan, & Ryann Williams
Cory & KJ Gulson, Amy, Mark & Karen Durkee
Lemy Dao, Rachael Vaughan, & KJ Gulson
Dr. Kyle & Mary, Jackson and Maggie Colvett
Dr. Scott Dulebohn, Kelsey Williamson & Heidi Dulebohn
David & Krista NicelyMeredith & Steven Godbold
William & Lois Schaff
Patty Bolton & Robbie BrittonNikki & Scott Niswonger
Kelli Harrell & Robbie Britton Melissa & Jeff Jones
Dr. Morris & Jody Seligman
THESPIRIT GALA
The stars of the Golf Classic gather for a social event the night before the big tournament.
Niswonger Children’s Hospital Golf Classic:
Bruce Pearl, Scott Niswonger, Jason Witten and Corey Pavin
Pavin demonstrates his expert skills during the tournament.
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JMH Gala
JMH Foundation Board - John Schumaker, Bruce Hatch, Carin Smith, John Rock, Duffy Carmack, Pete Montague. Steps: front to back: Mary Dudleyss, Second Row: Brian Ely, Eric Latham, Third Row: Pat Holtsclaw, Amanda Pil-lion, Meredith Mathesius, Fourth Row: Synde Montague, Marcia Gilliam,
Bill Farthing, Sean McMurray (CEO)
Funds from that event were used to purchase the HeartCoach, a mobile cardiovascular screening unit that provides comprehensive heart and vascular screening services along with personalized health counseling to the residents of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The 2011 Dragon Boat Race is coming up in September. Funds from the 2011 event will support oncology services.
This annual event benefits the Niswonger Children’s Hospital.
2010 Dragon Boat Race: Bass Fishing Tournament
Ann Mooneyhan, David Long, Cookie Mckinney, Jerome Farmer, Keith Hyder, Joanne Gilmer, John
Gyerscik, Pat Holtsclaw, and Monroe Long
IPMC Foundation Board MembersVivian Crymble, Mary Sewell, Jane Crawford,
Dr. George Booze, Genia Lauro, Lorrie Cooper, Julia West,
Rick Miller (shorter) Tom Segelhorst (taller)
Dr. Don and Mary Ann Lovelace
Lisa Williams and Audrey Watts Mary Sewell, Dr. Don Lovelace and Marc Strand
Mary Sewell and Carolyn Kidwell
Scrubs and friends celebrate a successful fishing trip
Tree of Life 2010 This was the fundraiser for the Ambulatory
Fetal Heart Monitor for the IPMC Birthing Center.
The photos are of the preparation for the Ceremony held on the first Tuesday in
December and the ceremony that night in the lobby of IPMC.
Marcia & Marvin Gilliam
Katherine Latham, Eric Latham (Board Member), Keith Latham
(ITL Pharma, Bristol, VA)
Duffy Carmack (Chairman of JMH Foundation Board), Sean McMurray
(CEO of JMH)
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Visit the Web Calendar
Fas Mart Street Fights Bristol Dragway - 5:00pm
Johnson City ChamberBusiness After Hours& Ribbon Cutting
Studio Ornare5:30pm-7pm
Fas Mart Street Fights Bristol Dragway 5:00pm
Sculpture Walk TourKingsport Public Library
5:30pm
Ribbon Cutting:Pal’s Regional Center
for Automotive 10:00am
Arts and AriasRenaissance Center Theatre - 7:00pm
Style Grand Re-Opening 113 E. Market Street Kingsport
5:30pm-8:00pm
Wm. King Clothiers Hickey Freeman
Trunk ShowJohnson City12pm-8pm
Wm. King Clothiers Hickey Freeman
Trunk Show- Bristol12pm-8pm
3rd Annual Kresge’s Krew
Gold TournamentRidgefields Country Club
www.kresgekrew.com
Music in the ParkVeteran’s Park
Southwest Ave.-JC3pm-5pm
Ribbon Cutting: Holiday Inn/ Bristol Convention Center
2:00pm
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
You can wearWhite After Labor Day
-Stacey London
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Silhouette artist, Tim ArnoldLake Pointe Gifts & Awards
1567 N. Eastman RoadKingsport
10am-6:30pm
Silhouette Artist, Tim ArnoldLake Pointe Gifts & Awards
1567 N. Eastman Rd.Kingsport
10am-6:30pm
Music Memories performs Bristol Downtown Center
Country Music Mural7:00pm
Admission is free!
Ribbon Cutting: Heart & Soul Food
of America815 W. Center St.Kingsport 3pm
Kingsport Chamber Prime Time Tail GateBusiness After hours
Farmers Market4:00pm
Giueseppe’s After Hours 5:30pm
Business After Hours JC Marriott
5:30pm
29th Annual Taste of Johnson City
Millennium Centre 6:30pm -8:30pm
Washington County FairAbingdon, VA
12th -17th
Allandale Car Show Allandale Mansion
Cabaret Barter GalaFor more information
www.bartertheater.com
OktoberfestAbingdon, VA
Market Pavillion
2nd Annual Blue Grass
Half MarathonFor more info call
423.461.8002
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March of Dimes 13th Annual Wine Tasting
6:00-8:00pm - Bristol Motor Speedway Corporate Suites
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Link to the Distribution List
Fas Mart Street Fights Bristol Dragway - 5:00pm
American Cancer -Society Darglass CupWarriors Path State Park - For more
information call 423.943.2420
Paramount Putting on the RitzState Street Bristol 6:00pm
Bristol Public SeriesDiscovery Series: Jefferson Bass
VA Intermont College
Tri-Cities Largest Garage Sale Appalachian Fair Grounds
7:00am - For more information contact Shelia 423.245.2878
All Greek Social Milenium Center 7:30pm-11:30pmRegister at www.ETSUalumni.org
Dave Ramsey’s EntreLeadership 1-Day Simulcast
Mountain Empire Community College
Goodloe Center9:45am
Fall Folk Arts Festival-Exchange Place
Worldview Scholarship Event Virginia Intermont 1:30pm
Storytelling Performance at Milligan College’s
Gregory Center for the Liberal
9pmwww.milligan.edu/arts
Alzheimers WalkKingsport-The Greenbelt
9:00amArea-wide String Orchestra
Concert at Millligan College’s Seeger Memorial
Chapel 7:00 pm
MSHA Dragon Boat Festival Winged Deer Park
8:30am-4pm
LocalpaloozaDowntown Kingsport
Engage Kingsport: 3-D Digital Art Demonstration www.engagekingsport.com
Auntie Annie’sRibbon Cutting
The Mall at Johnson City9:45 am
Spine Foundation Inaugural Event The Olde Farm
6:00pm
Tree Streets Yard SaleWest Walnut St.-South Roan St.
Johnson City8am-3pm
Hoedown125 Goshen Valley Road,
Church Hill 6:30-11:00pm
For more information call 423 246 2273
RHYTHM & ROOTSBRISTOL
RHYTHM & ROOTSBRISTOL
Oktoberfest-Kingsport -12:00 Noon
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SEPTEMBER 2011
VIPSEEN@Bays Mountain
Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium hosted The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce on August 16th. During the after-hours gathering, the 2011 Distinguished Leadership Award was pre-sented to Gary Tucker, Senior Vice President of Government and Business Relations for Eastman Credit Union. Tucker is currently Chief Volunteer Officer and Board President of The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport, Vice-Chair of United Way of Greater Kingsport’s Leadership Development committee and Kingsport Community Foundation board member. The Kingsport Leadership Program’s Distinguished Leadership Award is sponsored by Cen-turyLink and is presented annually to an alumnus of Leadership Kingsport for providing outstanding leadership to the Kingsport community. Also, during the after-hours, the new 2012 class of Kingsport Lead-ership were introduced.
Sponsored by Bank of Tennessee; Citizens Bank; First Tennes-see Bank and CenturyLink, Leadership Kingsport, Holston Valley Medical Center; Eastman Chemical Company; Eastman Credit Union; Kingsport Times-News.
For more information on Kingsport Leadership Programs, call Vickie Snodgrass, director of Leadership Programs, at (423) 392-8816.
For more information on the Kingsport Chamber, go to www.KingsportChamber.org or call (423) 392-8800.
Kingsport Chamber of Commerce Bays Mountain
Photography By: Brian Hullette • Story By: Kristina Twitty
Tucker Family Mark Hanor and George Samuel
Tom Ambrosetti and Meg Foster
Kathy Richard and Russ Adkins Taylor Locke and Lorie Cooper
Al and Vivian Crymble
KarisJoy McKenzie
Paula and Jessee Dukes
Regions Bank
Safety First
Business After Hours
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Botox (or Dysport) is very safe. It’s been around for years, in fact it’s the safest drug ever studied in the country. What this pro-cedure does is paralyze muscles so that it takes the wrinkles out of our forehead and the crow’s feet that make us look like we’re frowning all the time. It’s a series of injections right in the middle of the face, which sounds painful but it really isn’t. We numb the patient up with a little cream before the procedure so they won’t feel anything. We inject the glabellar area, where some people get “11’s” down the middle of their forehead which takes that movement out. After the injections it takes about three days to kick in, and we hardly ever see any bruising with this procedure. It only takes 10-15 minutes so some people come in during a lunch break and have this done. It lasts about four months, and the more you do it, the less often you need to come in. It makes a tremendous dif-ference in your appearance and how we age. A different procedure uses liquid fillers to volumize our face. As we get older our faces tend to sag, and we get those nasal labial folds that become prominent. So what we do is bring the cheek areas up with a se-ries of injections, it’s like a liquid facelift, but much less invasive than a traditional surgical facelift. We also use these same procedures to give a fuller look to lips. As we age the upper lip tends to get thin-ner, and women want a fuller look to their lips. When people look good, it gives them confidence. What we try to do is get people to feel better by helping them get lean, and also monitor their hormone levels and replace as necessary with natural hormones. Then we do procedures such as Botox and liquid facelifts to help them look better. It’s all about looking and feel-ing better through preventative medicine and slowing down the aging process. To see the actual Botox and liquid facelift on Daytime Tri-Cities, go to the Performance Medicine Facebook page.
Helping You Look Your Best
Talking Through a Botox Procedure and a Liquid Facelift
DAYTIME DOC
Dr. Tom Rogers
Benefit GolfTournamentSaturday, Sept. 24
Warriors Path State Park• Men’s Most Hideous Golf Attire Contest
• Ladie’s Most Sassy Golf
Attire Contest
For more information, or to register contact Doug Ledbetter at 423-943-2420 or
All ProceedsBenefit:
Presented by:
SEPTEMBER 2011
Sheri Bunker, Dewayne Forney and Fred TaylorPhyllis Cornett, Candy Stieler, Jessica Coates and Tressa Samdal
Josephine Wall, Manny Wall, Robin Gaggley, Joy Reichgott and Phillip Bodmanl
Denise Campbell, Lisa Tolliver, Bernie Moseley and Linda Delong
Adam Russell, Kent Davis, Lisa Hudgins and Jay Taylor
Jerry Davis and Luann Hendren
Melissa and Shane Davis
Cara Ledbetter, Amy Lynn, Linda Bowman, Lisa Hudgins, Terry Kazimer Bernie Moseley and David Meredith
Max and Kelly Hermann
BEER BASH
Photography By: Brian Hullette• Story By: Lindsey Wilder
On August 7th, there was more that $3,000 donated to the American Cancer Society, thanks to the Beer Bash that was held at Maple Lane Farms.
Maple Lane Farm was the featured sponsor, and donated the use of their venue. Guests enjoyed tasting eight varieties of beers, donated by local breweries. There were also five stations that pro-vided donated food, specifically chosen to compli-ment the brews.
Co-Chairmen of the event, “Bash out Cancer”, were David Meredith and Bernie Moseley. “We would like to thank those who donated and at-tended,” Meredith said, “We hope to make this an annual event”.
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WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
That’s right and I need you to remember that all throughout this gameI will conquer what has not been conquered - defeat will not be in my creed. I will believe what others have doubted. I will always endeavor the prestige, honor, and respect of my team.I have trained my mind and my body will follow.
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
I will acknowledge the fact that my opponents do not expect me to win, but I will never surrender. Weakness will not be in my heart. I will look to my comrades, to those who have brought me into this world and those who have trained me and I will draw strength from them. WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!I will gladly go out into the field of battle & I will move, groove and do everything that I can do &I will reach my field of battle by any means at my disposal. And when I get there, I will arrive violently.I will rip the heart from my enemy and leave it bleeding on the ground, because he cannot stop me. WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
To my side I have comrades, comrades that have been with me through thick and thin, through sacrifice, through blood, through sweat, through tears. Never will I let them fall.Never will I let them down &I will never leave an enemy behind, because our opponent does not know my heart.
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
No one will deny me, no one will defy me, and no one will tell me who and what I am and can be.
Belief will change my world, it has moved continents and countries, and put man on the moon, and it will carry me through this battle.
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
Defeat, retreat those are not in my words, I don’t understand those definitions,I don’t understand when things go wrongI don’t understand mistakesbut I do understand this:I understand victory &I understand never surrendering.NO matter how bad things go, my heart and my mind will carry my body when my limbs are too weak. WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
Today will be that day,NOT tomorrow,NOT next week, but RIGHT NOW, RIGHT HEREin your house &in your home.
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
History will remember me, and I will not have to worry about him being kind.I will define myself. I will write my own praises &NO ONE will tell me what I can and cannot be.I will never go home, not without giving everything I have got because....
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!!!
WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!!!!!
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WHO AM I? I’M A CHAMPION!
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Today gentlemen, I am honored to coach you, more honored to take you onto the field of battle. There is another honor to be bestowed upon you that is the answer that comes with that question:
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SEPTEMBER 2011
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Healing HandsHealth Center
What started as an idea of the Outreach Committee of First Presby-terian Church in the summer of 1996 has grown to be a model of excellence and service to many organizations of its kind. Healing Hands Health Center (HHHC), which provides medical and dental care and medications to the uninsured of Bristol TN/VA, Blountville, Bluff City and Piney Flats, received its first patients on October 6, 1997. With over 40,000 patient visits to date, Healing Hands has continually been reassured that the ministry of the clinic is much needed and appreciated.
The center serves the healthcare needs of the community by reach-ing out to working people by answering their health care needs early. The added benefit, for all of us, is that this results in more productive and proficient employees on the job which enables more people in our area to retain employment.
Just a few points of interest, to prove exactly how valuable HHHC is; In 2010 the clinic provided 4,903 patient visits at no charge, administered over $2,000,000 in free medications, provided 182 pairs of eyeglasses and added 657 new patients. In the early days, the addition and participation of the Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center, along with their endorsement and support were keys to the success of the center. Now the list of those who volunteer to
help the clinic, both financially and through giving of their time, has grown beyond the belief of those who founded the clinic. But there is always room for more volunteers. The vision of the clinic continues to expand as more needs of the community are revealed. Your help is much needed.
Volunteers with Healing Hands continually speak on how they often feel more rewarded than the patients of the clinic. When asked about one patient in particular, Dr. Jackie Burt, a volunteer physician with HHHC was quick to respond. “She is the salt and light, an inspiration to me,” Dr. Burt shares, “Patients like Margaret are what makes this worthwhile”.
While there are operational guidelines for patient income, geographic area, and employment status, the primary rule is that any decision of Healing Hands must result in the preservation of dignity and respect for both the patient and Healing Hands. The clinic is constantly working to maintain their service in the community. They have pledged to fill a niche in our community and they do not overlap or duplicate other local programs.
To learn more about Healing Hands Health Center, visit their website at healinghandshealthcenter.org or call 423.652.0260.
By: Lindsey Wilder
Christian Ministry serving the unmet health care needs of Bristol area residents. MISSION
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BLACK TIE OPTIONALIf you have a tuxedo, wear it! Your hosts are hoping you will, otherwise they would never have mentioned "black tie" in the first place. If you decide not to wear a tuxedo, wear a dark suit, white shirt and tie. Black tie optional is not an open invitation to dress however you choose.
BLACK TIEWear a tuxedo.
SEMI-FORMALThis means that a tuxedo is not in order. However, a dark suit with a white shirt and tie is your safest bet. If the event is scheduled for daytime, a suit would still be in order, but could be lighter in color.
BUSINESS FORMALThis is where things can get a little tricky. If you are having a "business formal" meeting in South Beach, Miami, in the middle of the day, a suit would be in order, but not neces-sarily a dark suit. If the meeting is in the evening, you are better off wearing the darkest suit that you own.
DRESSY CASUALThis is perhaps the most confusing dress code of all because it just doesn’t make much sense. Casual generally means you can wear what you want, and it is hard to "dress up" a
I’m supposed to dress HOW?!
casual ensemble. To play it safe, we recommend wearing a blazer or a sport coat, khakis or dress trousers, and a sport shirt.
There are lots of other types of dress codes that I am sure you have run across, such as "Country Club Casual" or "Cocktail Attire." The one thing you should always remember is that it never hurts to be overdressed, whereas you will end up feeling awkward if you are underdressed. Much of what you decide to wear also depends on the geographical region and the season. If you are attending a wedding on the beach, a cotton seersucker suit is going to feel much better than a dark wool suit.
As you can see, there are a lot of trendy dress code interpretations for almost any kind of event you can think of. We hope this reference guide will give you some direction when dressing for your next event. We assure you that when you arrive, you will always be confident and stylishly under control.
One of the most frequent questions that we are asked has to do with what to wear to various social functions. To be honest, it can be very confusing when you receive an invitation that lists the dress code as “Dressy Casual.” What does that mean, exactly?
It is this shared confusion that causes folks to call all around town to find out what others are wearing so they won’t look out of place. You do not want to be the person who shows up at a black tie formal wedding wearing a seersucker suit.
Here are a few basic guidelines to help you interpret various dress codes you may find on your next invitation
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Ellen Hopkins
The Bristol Public Library welcomed author Ellen Hopkins as a speaker in their 2011 Discovery Series. Hopkins has authored nine unique books of poetry, covering a variety of topics, which have garnered praise from both teens and critics. On August 16th in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room at the Bristol Public Library, Hopkins spoke with her readers about herself and some of the things that have inspired her works.
Hopkins was the sixth speaker in the 2011 Discovery Series, which is in its fourth year, was designed to encourage resi-dents to visit the Bristol Public Library and take advantages of its services. This year, the library has scheduled many dy-namic and well recognized speakers. On September 24th at Photography By: Angela Striligas Story By: Lindsey Wilder
1:30, Dr. Bill Bass, world-renowned forensic anthropologist and driving force behind The University of Tennessee’s “Body Farm” and Jon Jefferson, a journalist, science writer and documen-tary filmmaker; will be speaking in the Kegley Auditorium at Virginia Intermont College. Bass and Jefferson, under the pen name “Jefferson Bass” have released numerous publications about the Body Farm. On December 1st, Buddy Valastro, “The Cake Boss”; will be bringing Holiday Cheer to Viking Hall as he and The Bristol Public Library host “Christmas with the Cake Boss.”
For more information on the Discovery Series, go to bristol-library.org or visit them at 701 Goode Street, Bristol, VA.
Sarah Hutchison and Jud Barry Ellen Hopkins - Signing Books Pam Neal, Ellen Hopkins and Anita Foster-Machado
BR ISTOL PUBLIC
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2111 N. Roan Street • Suite 25 • Johnson City, TN 423.282.8101 • www.bowmanjewelers.com
Monday-Sturday 10 am - 6 PM
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Photography By: Angela Striligas Story By: Lindsey Wilder
VIPSEEN@Bristol Motor Speedway
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) gathered together in the Tri-Cities mid-August for their Annual Executive Confer-ence.
The TCCE is organized to enhance the professional growth and develop-ment of Chamber executives, staff and volunteers in Tennessee. TCCE works to achieve the following goals and objectives:
• To foster the professional development of Chamber of Commerce executives and staff • To enhance the status of Chambers of Commerce in the state and the nation • To provide a communication link between Chambers of Commerce in Tennessee
Each year, they host three events, with the Annual Executives Conference being one of those events. The conference is held in the community or region where the TCCE President’s chamber is located. This year, the President of TCCE was none other than our very own Lisa Meadows, President and CEO of the Bristol Chamber of Commerce. Lisa is a pro-moter of regional cooperation therefore a committee was formed consist-ing of representatives from all three of the Tri-Cites Chambers’. The host hotel for the conference was the Carnegie and events were held in Bristol and Kingsport. Approximately 100 participants attended this year’s annual conference.
TCCE Annual Executive Conference
Photography and Story By: Angela Stiligas
Bryan Daniels, LeaAnn Raser, Robin Cleary, and Darrell Williams
Bobby Goode, Iliff McMahan, Bob Connelly and Don Cason
Moore Hallmark, Deb Woolley, Lisa Meadows, and James Chavez
Jerry Caldwell and Lisa Meadows Miles Burdine, Felicia Conners, and Paul Latture
Lynn Ramsey, Don Hurst and Zena ParksSusie Lusk, Tammy Boyd, Paul
Latture and Barbara Virgin
Aaron Con, Scott Robertson, and Suzie Lusk
Dinner and Fun at the Bristol Motor Speedway
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Sunday August 14th was a beautiful afternoon. Per-fect, for a festival like Beers, Cigars and Brats. Over 20 Breweries and 12 Cigar Manufacturers were present at Farmhouse Gallery and Gardens for this unique festi-val. This event was a combined celebration of two local businesses; Libation Station, located at 4471 North Roan Street, celebrated their expansion while The Ligero Cigar Lounge celebrated their opening.
The first event of its kind in this area, Beers, Cigars and Brats was a huge success, drawing a sold-out crowd of over 800 people. Several bands played as festival-goers enjoyed brews from all over the south and snacked on brats, prepared by Freiberg’s Restaurant. Tickets were priced at $30 and included a free cigar, t shirt and a sou-venir glass to take into the beer tasting area.
Proceeds of this event went to benefit Girls on the Run, a program which inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and con-fident using a fun, experience-based curriculum in which girls train together for a 3.1 mile running event.
Visit Libation Station and The Ligero Cigar Lounge and all they have to offer! For more information: wwwllibationstation.com
Photography By: Bruce Green and Angela StriligasStory By: Lindsey Wilder
VIPSEEN@FarmHouse Gallery & Gardens
Joey Nichols, Glen Johnson, Kristin,& Brad Peterson
Lisa Monforte and Jane Pavlik
Sarah Schumaier- Campbell, Ami Austin, and Lindsey Wilder
Jay Sandos, Paul and Alex Jacobson
Gary Kalogeros, Sarah & Paul Landry
Sydney Long & Rafael Zabala and Jose Castillo
Beers, Cigars, & Brats
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Libby Ratliff , Tracy Fleenor Jessia Moore, and Lisa Wissing Kevin Russell, Angela Striligas & Grant Summers
Sample Away
Having Fun!
Lori Stevenson and Mary Miller
Bryan Lilly and Evan Lilly
Good Times!!!
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Out of AfricaPhotography By: Angela Striligas Story By: Lindsey Wilder
The Olde Farm in Bristol, VA, buzzed on the evening of Saturday, August 13th. Over 300 guests attended the sold-out annual Gala, benefiting Healing Hands Health Center.
Themed, “Out of Africa”, those in attendance dined on South African fare, including Salad Mozambique, Piri Piri Chicken, Beef Cameroon, and Moroccan Salmon.
Healing Hands Health Center, located in Bristol, TN, is a faith-based charitable clinic that was founded in 1997, after the need to help working uninsured or underinsured people, was identi-fied. This year, both silent and live auctions were held to raise funds for the center.
Major sponsors of this year’s event were The United Company Charitable Foundation, Alpha Natural Resources, SJ Strategic In-vestments, and Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Nicewonder. A special thanks goes to The Olde Farm for their support of this annual Gala.Healing Hands has served the unmet healthcare needs of Bristol TN/VA, Blountville, Bluff City and Piney Flats through over 40,000 free or low cost patients visits, and over $8 million worth of free medication distributed in the last 14 years. With the help of more than 200 volunteers, medical, dental, chiropractic, optical and counseling services are provided. For more information on Heal-ing Hands Health Center, visit their website at www.healinghandshealthcenter.org or call 423-652-0260.
Martha & Al Gayle Ron & Joan Guest Mary Caroline & Andy Mumpower
Dave Arnold & Helen Scott
Elise & Charlie Taylor Patty & Vince Turner Benjamin Walls & Sara Jane Walls
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Karen & Dean Tillison
Michael & Kristen Reedy
Dustin & Melissa Steward
Rob Buckles, Brian Hullette, Lynn Fuller, & Angela StriligasMerrill & Judy Dickson and Shawn & Megan Kerr
Shelbourne & Nancy Wallace and Becky Avirett
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SJ Strategic Investments
Dr. & Mrs. John Phillips & Guests
King College
Dr. Stephanie Snelson & Guests
Mr. & Mrs. Don Shawl & Friends
Alpha Natural Resources Mr. & Mrs. Jim Street, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Clarke & Guests
Healing Hands Board of Directors
Wells Fargo
PennStuart
Julie & Paul Thomas & Guests
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From the beginning of Abingdon’s history, brave men and women have settled into the mountains, tamed their plot of land, raised their families and ran their businesses while giving back to the community with their love for this picturesque place. Today is no exception. Best known for the arts, her historic down-town, the Highland Festival and infamous landmarks, Abingdon is home to the first court of historical Washington County, past host to President Andrew Jackson and Hen-ry Clay, and a 221-year-old working mill. In 1780, brave men left their homes within her safety to fight the British and nearly 100 years later she hosted a Confederate Offi-cers’ headquarters. She held the private resi-dent for General Francis Preston, a boarding home of a First Lady’s father, and in 1832 one of her most famous buildings was built as home to the congregation of the Sinking Spring Presbyterian Church. Abingdon was born in the beginning of American history with a rich heritage to her name. With humble beginnings in the wilderness of the new world, Abingdon was first settled as Black’s Fort in 1750 when Dr. Thomas Walker was granted over 6,000 acres of land by King George II. Joseph Black purchased a part of that land and built on it a small fort, named appropriately Black’s Fort. In Octo-ber of 1776, the new Assembly of Virginia created Washington County, including all of present-day Tennessee and part of North Carolina, in honor of then General George Washington who designated Black’s Fort
as the place for the first county court to be held. When Dr. Walker, Joseph Black and Samuel Briggs donated 120 acres to be used to establish a town outside of Black’s Fort in 1778, the county seat - Abingdon was born.The oldest of Abingdon’s historic buildings, The Tavern, was built in 1779 and also used as an overnight inn for stagecoach travelers such as Henry Clay, Louis Philippe, King of France, Andrew Jackson and Charles L’Enfant, the architect of the city layout of Washington D.C. The first post office on the western side of the Blue Ridge was located here and the original mail slot can still be seen from the street. Over the years, a bank, barber shop, cabinet shop, general store, bakery, hospital and private individu-als have called it home. Today, visitors come from all over to have dinner, drinks and even weddings in The Tavern courtyard. It was brave men from Abingdon who gath-ered at the Retirement House & Mustering Ground in 1780 to join with their fellow patriots from across the region to take a fight to British Colonel Patrick Ferguson who’d threatened their lives, families and homes for settling west of the mountains. Though greatly out-numbered, they won the Battle at King’s Mountain and their victory, said Thomas Jefferson, turned the tide of the Revolution. Originally named Moffett’s Mill and built in 1790, White’s Mill was purchased by Colonel James White in 1838 and restored in 1866. Powered by water, it continues to stone-grind meal and flour making grits,
corn meal, and buckwheat flour and pop-corn meal. Visitors can take tours, walking the same floors as generations of millers and watch the milling process in action. In addition to the mill, the White’s Mill Mer-cantile carries collectibles and gifts along with local artisans’ work with a portion of commissions going to preserve and reno-vate the landmark. The Andrew Russell House, on Main Street, was built in 1792. Given a new wing in 1876 it was used as a Confederate Officers’ Head-quarters during the Civil War.A treasure to behold, The Martha Wash-ington Hotel and Spa hasn’t always been the place we know. The core of the glamor-ous hotel was first built in 1832 as a private home for General Francis Preston and his wife. It became Martha Washington Col-lege, a finishing school for women in 1860 and also served as a Civil War hospital before opening as a hotel in 1935. Now, The Martha offers luxurious accommodations dressed in history and spa treatments for men and women both to enjoy. For a short time, there was also an art gallery within her walls, following the love of the arts in this community.Built in 1847, the Judge John A. Campbell House was left to his wife. Upon his death, she stayed in the home and took on board-ers. One of whom was Elliott Roosevelt, father of Eleanor Roosevelt, first Lady of the United States (1933-1945).No longer accepting produce, livestock, or $ .40 in exchange for a ticket to the show,
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I-81 at Exit 14 • Abingdon, VAwww.heartwoodvirginia.org
Heartwood is a must-see
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with unique creations from
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as they once did, The Barter Theatre is now the State Theatre of Virginia. First built in 1832 as Sinking Spring Presbyterian Church, the stately building has been home to a Temperance group, boy’s school, Opera House, Town Hall, jail house and fire house, at times serving several purposes at once. Producing stars as Gregory Peck, Patricia Neal, Ernest Borgnine, Ned Beatty and Gary Collins, the Barter’s performances are well worth a drive. The show schedule presents a variety of comedy, drama and musicals with an effort toward those of special interest to this region. Putting on 16-17 productions per week from February through December, The Barter Theatre Company brings 160,000 visitors a year from miles around. Infamous to bikers and joggers of all walks of life, The Virginia Creeper Trail is a public path totaling 34.3 miles from Abingdon to the Virginia-North Carolina border near Whitetop Station, Virginia. What began as a Native American Footpath was used by European pioneers and Daniel Boone, before becoming part of the Virginia-Carolina Railroad. Trains “creeping” along the steep grades, trestles, bridges and sharp curves of the railroad, hauled lumber, iron ore, sup-plies and passengers until 1977. Less than 100 years after the rail road arrived, the trail is quiet once again but visitors can see one of the Class M locomotives, nicknamed “Mollie” by some old-time rail roaders, at the head of the trail. After 50 years of “creeping” the Virginia mountain trail, Mol-lie was donated to Abingdon when she was retired in 1958, and moved from Radford to her present home greeting guests as they set out on her old route into the hill country of Virginia or as they arrive into town after a long journey. Bringing the rich history and culture of early American music to our attention once again, The Crooked Road - Virginia’s Heri-tage Music Trail passes through Abingdon as it meanders along the southern border
of Virginia from Breaks to Rocky Mount. Featuring eight major music venues, it also covers festivals, accommodations, attrac-tions and outdoor recreation. Abingdon, of course is known for the Highland Festival which began in 1948 featuring arts and crafts, an antiques market, lecturers, art-ists, a road race, fun, music and food for the entire family across two weeks each August, including a Celtic music weekend, highlight-ing the Scotch-Irish heritage of the area. One cannot visit Abingdon without see-ing a love for the arts! From wearable art to the intangible tunes of days gone by, art is everywhere! Leading the way is The William King Museum, Center for Art and Culture Heritage. With three rotating galleries and juried exhibits it makes room for art from around the world, contemporary, regional decorative, folk art, and works by local art-ists and students. In addition to Van Gogh outreach initiatives, school programs, art classes for all ages and summer camp, the Fields-Penn 1860 House Museum displays William King’s personal collection of re-gional decorative arts and pottery, a textile room, children’s bedroom and kitchen gar-den open to visitors. The newest addition to the arts family in Abingdon is Heartwood - Southwest Virgin-ia’s Artisan Gateway, at Exit 14. With 27,000 square feet to fill, Heartwood features traditional music, original crafts and locally produced cuisine – home-cooked. Live performances feature music by the area’s famous as well as the up and coming. From traditional music to handmade instruments, their Crooked Road Store holds memorabilia for art lovers of all ages. The Arts Depot is another stop for art ex-hibits and classes. Located in downtown, the building served as a railroad freight depot for 100 years. Its bright white walls and green trim stand out with window boxes full of flowers in summer months, tempting passersby to pull out cameras and venture
inside. With two galleries, studio space, workshops and classrooms, for lectures, demonstrations and discussions, the Depot is also home to the 300 member nonprofit Depot Artists Association (formerly the William King Artists’s Association), and Arts Array, a series of foreign and indepen-dent films, concerts, lectures and exhibits open to the community. In addition, the Arts Association of Abingdon promotes each and every local shop and restaurant featuring local art of all kinds on display.Sinking Spring Cemetery was established as the burial ground for members of the Presbyterian Church it is named for. A walk through the grounds is a walk through history. The first person buried there was Henry Creswell in 1776 after being attacked by the Indians as he moved his family belongings to safety at Black’s Fort. Also resting here are Virginia Governors, judges, legislators, businessmen, soldiers, wives and children of years gone by. Joining Sinking Spring Cemetery, as a place of remembrance to the town’s rich heritage of patriotism, Abingdon Veterans’ Memorial Park honors all the servicemen and women who have and continue to give their lives in service for our freedom. The Memorial Trees for Vet-erans program provides an opportunity for loved ones to honor a veteran at the 13-acre park, planting a tree in accordance with the development plans.Perhaps one of the newest Abingdon celebri-ties is Virginia State Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth McClanahan. She, along with Cleo E. Powell, was the first women elected to the state’s highest Court by the Virginia General Assembly on July 29th 2011 and just assumed her office on August 1st.1 McClanahan is a graduate of University of Dayton and received her undergraduate de-gree from the College of William and Mary. Known as an expert in natural resources law, the second floor of the Greenway-Trig Building on Main Street has been home to
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her office along with several local businesses well worth a visit. While Abingdon faces different challenges today than 1775, the “settlers” of present-day Abingdon still fight to preserve the history, art, life and heart of the community they love and it shows. Signs along the sidewalks draw attention to the 3/50 Project, saving the brick and mortars our nation was built on. They encourage locals to “pick 3” independent shops and “spend 50” locally to keep tax money local, supporting local business owners and their local economy. More information is available at www.the350project.net. On the other end of the spectrum, Abingdon is also keeping up with ever-changing technology. They offer free access to the World Wide Web through the Abingdon Wireless Mesh and a host of online resources for residents and visitors alike. If you are planning a trip to Abingdon, you’ll find immediate help on-line from both the Town of Abingdon at www.abingdon-va.gov and the friendly Tourism Office at www.abingdon.com where you can request or download a visitor’s guide. Call the ask
Abingdon service anytime to get quick, automated information on a variety of subjects at (276) 619-0924. Genealogy and more on the history of Abingdon is also available at the Historical Society of Washington County near the Art Depot.Located just down the sidewalk from the Court House, the Wash-ington County Chamber www.washingtonvachamber.org is also a wealth of information. Their annual Images Magazine profiles the business, culture, and sights of the Abingdon area and is online at www.imageswashingtoncounty.com and their staff is wonder-fully helpful. From historic walking tours to Capo’s Saturday night music jam, there is something for everyone.Pride in the heritage of Abingdon is around every corner, from plaques on the buildings to flowers planted along the streets and pathways. The town is a beautiful place to call home or to get away for a day, just ask anyone who lives there; they’ll be happy to tell you and make a suggestion for where to start.
By: Kristina TwittyPhotography By: Angela Striligas
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Why People Love Abingdon...Abingdon, Virginia is one of those quintessential All-American towns that people are drawn too for so many reasons. As a Virginia Main Street community, our historic downtown area is a focal point for both locals and tourists. The main street is lined with restaurants, shops and attractions including Barter Theatre and Martha Washington Inn and Spa. Arts and culture play such an important role in Abingdon and venues like the Arts Depot, Barter Theatre, Holston Mountain, and William King draw visitors from all over the country to town. And now the buzz generated by the opening of Heartwood, Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Center and the synergy created by the art and cultural scene in Abingdon have really made our town into a the destination for visi-tors to the region.
Kevin Costello - Director of TourismAbingdon Convention and Visitors Bureau
“The first thing that attracted me to Abingdon was the grand look of the town with the art galleries, antiques shops and other stores just looked so beautiful. I have never been so accepted by people in my life. When I came to Abingdon, people wanted to know me, it was wonder-ful. I have made so many friends; I can’t even begin to count.”
Daniel ShewOwner of Hidden Memories Antiques & Art
“Having lived here all of my life I can attest to the many great and diverse things that Abingdon has to offer. We are a melting pot of the arts, history and recreation that makes the Abingdon experience truly unique and memorable. Without a doubt Abingdon is a great place to live, work and play.”
Gregory Kelly, Town ManagerTown of Abingdon
“Abingdon is a town that encompasses our past to help us move forward to the future. People love Abingdon because it is an authentic community with great architecture, attractive tree-lined streets and pedestrian friendly sidewalks; outdoor recreation is a huge attraction to our area. With the Arts playing an important role in our qual-ity of life, it gives our community a creative way to contribute to our landscapes.” Edward Morgan, Mayor Town of Abingdon, Virginia
My wife, Sharon, and I chose to retire in the small town of Abingdon because of its passion for art, history, music, and for the proximity to the Barter Theatre and the Virginia Creeper Trail. We love living here.
Wayne MillerVirginia Creeper Trail
“Whether you desire unique shopping, fine dining, lodging, history, cultural arts or the great outdoors, it’s here in beautiful Abingdon where we continue to welcome visitors and new residents in another great part of Washington County.”
Neta FarmerWashington County Chamber of Commerce
Although there are certainly many reasons as to why I love Abingdon, the reason that first comes to mind is that Abingdon attracts people who enjoy arts, culture and the finer things in life that give Abingdon a cosmopolitan flair while at the same time honoring it’s southern roots.
Elaine EverestOwner - Persnickety Women
Abingdon is a community of volunteers. Hundreds of our citizens usher at the Barter Theatre, plan and staff the 75 year-old Virginia Highlands Festival, coach youth teams, build Habitat houses, serve meals at the food pantry, maintain the Virginia Creeper Trail, and care for our most vulnerable neighbors. I love living in a community where we have opportunities to contribute to the vibrancy of our special town!
Rachel FowlkesSWVA Higher Education Center
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Where to Eat• The Tavern• The Peppermill Restaurant & Lounge• Wild Flower Bakery & Cafe• DaVinci’s Italian Restaurant• Bella’s Pizza• Zazzy’z Coffeehouse and Cafe• Trail Cafe• The Barter Cafe• Ellis Soda Shoppe & Grill• House on Main by Troutdale• Muffin Man Bakery• Alison’s Restaurants• Moon Dog Brick Oven• Rain• Babycakes• Heartwood• Ludovina’s Italian Fresh Market• Chef Heathers
Where to Shoppe• A Likely Yarn• Abingdon Vineyard & Winery• Katbird’s Wine and Gourmet• Forget Me Not Wearable Art• Magnolia Furnishings• Highland Ski & Outdoor• Persnickety• Kegley & Co.• Vagabond Trader• Berry Home Center• Abingdon Mercantile
Find Out More...For more information: Town of Abingdonwww.Abingdon-VA.gov
Tourism Officewww.Abingdon.com
Ask Abingdon Automated Info276.619.0924
Washington Co. Chamber of Commercewww.WashingtonVAChamber.org
Where to Stay• Martha Washington Inn• A Tailor’s Lodging• Abingdon Boarding House• Black’s Forrest Inn• Cottages on The Creeper• Crooked Cabin• Inn on Town Creek• The Love House• Shepherd’s Joy• Summerfield Inn• Victoria & Albert• White Birches Inn• 1857 Foreman House• Shavers of Abingdon
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The Arts!• Hidden Memories Antiques & Gallery• The Glass Peacock• Abingdon Mercantile and Frame Gallery• Arts Depotª William King Museum• The Shabby Garden Shop• Holston Mountain Artisans• Star Museum• The Gallery@Barr Photographics• Fields-Penn 1860 House Museum• The Crooked Road Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail• Glenrochie Country Club• Heartwood Artisan Gateway
Area Attractions• Virginia Creeper Trail• Veterans Memorial Park• The Barter Theatre• Oktoberfest - Market Pavilion Sept 25th• Abingdon’s Mollie (Norfolk & Western Engine 433)• Washington County Fair Sept 12-17• White’s Mill• Sinking Spring Cemetery• Martha Washington Inn• Virginia Highlands Festival August• The Crooked Road
SEPTEMBER 2011 Annette White
Jay Haga, Gloria Striker, Sandra & Randy Parker
Ashley Morelock, Nicole Fields, Amy Vencill, and Amanda Carpenter
Heather, Havilah with Kristina Twitty and Abigail and Tabitha of Maidens IV
May & Sofie Paula Ashworth
Sarah Ellis, Caity & Kathy Merritt
Jan Addington-StrongCeltic Queen
Virginia Highlands Festival
Robert Porterfield held the first festival in 1948 on the front porch of the Martha Washington Inn in conjunction with the founding of the famed Barter Theatre (State Theatre of Virginia). His purpose was to preserve and celebrate the cultural heritage of this area. The Festival, over the past 60 years, has grown into a regional festival representing all of Southwest Virginia. Now it not only preserves the arts, crafts and skills that developed in this re-gion, but also imports talented artist and perform-ers from all over the USA and the world for the enjoyment of area residents and visitors.A volunteer board of over 100 area residents work one year in advance planning events, tours, performances, publications, arranging hous-ing for international performers, transportation within the four square miles of festival locations, and training volunteers for information booths. Board meetings are held once a month on the first Thursday in the month except for the months of August and January. For more information on the Virginia Highlands Festival visit www.vahighland-sfestival.org
Story taken from www.vahighlandsfestival.orgPhotography By: Bruce Green
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Kari & Ryan Collart
Against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, over 500 Crumley House supporters and guests arrived and were given lays at the tent entrance. They could get their picture taken with a beach backdrop as they mingled with friends, bid on silent auction items, and enjoyed a wonderful menu of authenticPolynesian cuisine. There were many key speakers to inform the audience.Initally Event Chair, Ramona Cress, introduced The Crumley House Founder, June Barrett. Brief comments weremade by Guynn Edwards and Dave Serrano, and the new UT Head Baseball Coach, Cuonzo Martin. Then, WJHL's Sarah Diamond took the mic to MC the evening as guests dined under a big top, looking every bit the part of a beach party crowd. Closing with a live auction, music and dancingthe tiki bar lights burned on into the evening.
In 1992 The Crumley House Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center was founded in Johnson City. This organization has served several thousand brain injured persons and their families. In 2001, The Crumley House expanded their day services to include a residential center in Limestone, TN enabling brain-injured members to improve their everyday living skills and to participate in pre-vocational and vocational training. The facility, settled between horse fields and a georgous view of the mountains. All funding is privately raised and no government funds are received. For more information about the work of The Crumley House and how you can be involved in this work, see www.crumleyhouse.com.
LaDonna (Friday) Dobsonand Susan Snowden
Steve Barrett & Karla Kyte
Dr.Jeff & Peggy FabozziCandy & Chuck Stieler
Jack Carrier & Gwen Godsey
June Barrett and Jim & Powers
Kristina Twitty & Bruce Green
VIPSEEN@The Crumley House
Photography By: Brian HulletteStory By: Kristina Twitty
SEPTEMBER 2011 Bruce Green and Brian Hullette
Odie & Nancy Hope MajorWith Adam & Maddi Major
Peggy Huddleston, Congressman Phil Roeand Cecile Huddleston
Lee Adams, Dan & Ramona Cress Slonaker and Peggy and Jeff Fabozzi
It’s awaiting you just inside your jewelry box and you don’t even realize it. You have a piece of jewelry, probably several pieces of jewelry, which you don’t even think about anymore. You’ve tucked them away, not wanting to wear them and completely forgotten about them.
This is what you need to do! Turn Your Old Gold into Something New…….
Look in your jewelry box, see that large 1960’s ring your Aunt Sally left you that you never wore but has great gem stones, or the broken bracelet and one lost earring. They have been lying there for years just tak-ing up space. Bring them in to me and let me design a NEW piece just for YOU!
Since you have gold and stones, all we need to do is come up with the design. All you will be charged for is the design and labor. A One-Of-A-Kind design created just for you. You’ll be amazed what unloved broken pieces can turn into… A Master Piece!!
I look forward to seeing and working with you. You can find me at Diamond Point Plaza, Tuesday thru Friday from 10:00AM to 6:00PM or by appointment.
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Jerry Miller, Pal Barger, and Thom CrosbyKOSBEE Award Winners
KOSBE Breakfast of Champions
With experts predicting one in three orchestra’s in America will close their doors by 2013, Symphony of the Mountains is a little safer from that fate. James Martin of Johnson City recently donated $100,000 to Symphony of the Mountains and challenged area residents and businesses to collectively matching that amount.
“Arts funding has been cut severely in school systems locally and nationally” said Martin. “Symphonies are failing financially, and I’m trying in a small way to keep classical music going.”
The donation, made in honor of Martin’s late wife Mary Martin, will help support concerts for families and schools. One of the sched-uled concerts tells the story of Mary’s rise from a poor farm girl to a wealthy and respected woman in the community.
“Through telling of Mary’s life, we hope to show children that through hard work and perseverance, they can do anything” said Symphony Music Director Cornelia Laemmli Orth.
Symphony of the Mountains is the only fully professional orchestra between Knoxville, TN and Roanoke, VA and hosts a variety of community activities involving music education in addition to their annual concert series. To help match Jim Martin’s donation or learn more about Symphony of the Mountains, visit www.SymphonyOfTheMountains.org.
The Kingsport Oktoberfest is taking beer beyond just imbib-ing, and on to understanding. As part of the festival’s Craft Bier Garden, the Beer University will be on site. It will include a variety of classes on everything from hops to yeast. Breweries present at the festival will offer presentations on their product and process. There will also be “hands-on” instruction with several breweries offering one of a kind, specialty brews just for the Beer University.
“Beer University will offer our craft beer lovers a well rounded experience. Aficionados of microbrew know it’s not just about the drinking, it’s an art form,” said Kingsport Oktoberfest co-founder Aaron Carson. Kingsport Oktoberfest staff will also be utilizing an infuser, running various beers through a system to infuse them with unique flavors like pumpkin, watermelon and cinnamon. Craft Bier Garden tickets are in limited supply. The Kingsport Oktoberfest benefits Speedway Children’s Charities, Toys for Tots, Keep Kingsport Beautiful and the Chamber Foundations.
BRISTOL / JOHNSON CITY, TN - Wm. King Clothiers is celebrating thirty years of busi-ness. Known as one of the South’s finest haberdasheries, this renowned shop has carried the best brands for three decades, catering to a wide variety of custom-ers – from professional men who wear suits and ties every day to college preppies in search of the hottest new logos.
Wm. King Clothiers is owned by William King, a true character who has a passion for the business. A recognizable fixture in Downtown Bristol, he is the one who always wears a suit and tie with no socks! Although the store has traditionally catered to men, the Bristol location added a separate ladies department in 2008 and has built a reputation for carrying exclusive and popular lines for women, including Audrey Talbott, Kate Spade and Lilly Pulitzer.
The men’s collection features brands such as Peter Millar, Southern Tide, Hickey Freeman, Bills Khakis, Robert Talbott, Breuer, Samuelsohn, Southern Proper and Vineyard Vines.
In 2010, after 25 years at the same location in Johnson City, Wm. King Clothiers moved across town to the popular State of Franklin shopping area. The new store, designed by King, features an antique pool table for displaying merchan-dise, a custom room devoted to the fitting of made-to-measure clothing, and new hip brands that appeal to ETSU students.
“Southern traditional, old school prep, classic – with our own twist,” is how the stores are defined, according to William. “We’re always looking for something that is exclusive to us and something that is just a little bit different – an edge that sets you apart. Compelling clothing.”
Newer generations keep discovering the genuinely cool vibe at Wm. King Cloth-iers. “There were a lot of younger folks in the surrounding area who never really knew of all the preppy lines that we carried until we developed our website. It is very refreshing to see so many young people shopping again – now they know they can come and touch and feel the product instead of just looking at it on the computer.”
Currently, the 2011 Fall/Winter collections are being revealed, and events are planned throughout the season to celebrate the store’s history and its 30th Anni-versary. A lifetime champion of helping customers look good for themselves and the world at large, William just wants to elevate the level of style we all embrace. “Serious times call for serious dressing. Hey, it’s time to dress up again,” he says.
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & En-trepreneurship (KOSBE) hosted its First KOSBE Award Winners Reunion event, “Breakfast of Champions” at Golden Corral on the morning of Friday, August 12th.
Attendees heard from David McClaskey, president and co-founder of Pal’s Business Excellence Institute (BEI). Mc-Claskey was the recipient of the 2011 Ned. R. McWherter Leadership Award. He spoke on “Implementing Small Busi-ness Processes in 30 Minutes”, highlighting the importance of quality and standards as key drivers in operations of all sizes.
It is the intent of KOSBE to be the go-to organization in the Tri-Cities for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start or grow their businesses, by creating and de-veloping the right tools and resources and cultivating the right partnerships. To learn more about KOSBE, visit kosbe.org or to see video from the breakfast, visit the KOSBE You-Tube Channel at www.youtube.com/kosbeconnection.
B e e r U n i v e r s i t y
KingsportOktoberfest
Symphony of the
Mountains
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SEPTEMBER 2011
How / when did you know that you were an artist?As a young boy I was always exposed to art.
Did your family support your goal?Yes... Especially my mom
If you weren’t an artist, what would you be?A sub-training engineer
Are you a full-time artist? Do you support yourself with your art?Yes to both
How long have your pursued your goal?All my adult life
How would you describe your work?The art of faux and faux finish paint-ing is comprised of the techniques used to recreate the look of natural materials such as stones and woods.
What sizes do you normally work in?I work in rooms as small as a powder room to a 3 story entrance.
Did you attend art school or classes or are you mostly self-taught?Is schooled, where were you schooled
I attended Parson School of Design in NYC. Also independent study in Europe over the years.
Who are your mentors?
Someone whose hindsight can become my foresight...that’s my mentor.
Who else inspires you and why?Life
If you could work anywhere in the world, where would you choose?
Italy
If you could sit down with any art-ist, past or present, who would it be? And what would you ask?
Vincent Van Gogh,were you completely in control of your colour later in life?
What motivates / inspires you?
The challenger of another project, light dancing across texture.
What do you do to work through creative blocks?
My brain works a mile a minute I don’t seem to have blocks.
Do you work alone or with other artists?Depending on the project. I work with several artist or alone.
What is your most “successful” creation?
My children and Baby Girl Coco on the way
What do you feel your greatest ac-complishments are?
I love the work I just finished, at that moment that’s my greatest accomplish-ments
What can you tell us about how you work?
Art is always evolving — constantly developing with the help of world and social trends, new technologies and so much more. As artists, we must keep up with these changes. Not only because our passion necessitates new ideas and new inspirations, but also because the artwork we previously thought to be fin-ished, might now look painfully incom-plete.
How do you define success?
I believe success is something you make. Certainly others can help you, just as others can provide obstacles, but ulti-mately you make your own success and your own failure.
What publications has your work appeared in?
NY Times, House and Garden, South-ern Living, Nashville Home, A series on HGTV etc.
Have you won any awards?
I have entered 20 parade shows and won 20 first place, for best of show faux
Why should art matter to people? Art is essential in the cultural and intellectual development of any civili-zation.
Why is art important to you?
- Imagination - Cognitive skills - Creative abilities - Problem solving - Fine motor skills - Language - Social skills - Sense of time and place - Focusing - Listening - Risk taking - Tolerance - Uniqueness and critical thinking
Should art make a statement?Art is worship and an expression of the soul. That’s a rather weighty responsibility art has.
What makes something “art”?Good art is in the eye of the beholder. Some people think Picasso is a genius while others think he had too much wine. DaVinci painted by numbers on the Sistine Chapel ceiling and had the patience for the Mona Lisa. All grand-mothers consider stick figures from the grandchildren works of immense impor-tance.
Any web sites or blogs that you enjoy?None really
Where can they view your work? (Galleries, shows, web sites, etc.)
I never had to have a site. All my work has been referral.
Interview By: Angela Striligas
William BellArtist Profile:
faux artisan
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Lauren Plunk and Alicia Mumpower
Sindy Ramsey, Dan Karst, and Don Jobe
Chuck Shear and Kevin Triplett
LEGISLATIVE
Deputy Comptroller Jason Mumpower, Representative Tony Shipley,Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, Senator Mike Faulk, and Representative Scotty Campbell
The Kingsport Chamber held their the 6th Annual Legislative BBQ at the end of July, hosted at the Domtar Cabin. Officials in attendance were Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, Senator Mike Faulk, Representative Tony Shipley, Representative Dale Ford, Repre-sentative Scotty Campbell, Deputy Comptroller Jason Mumpower who put on an apron and served burgers and hot dogs to guests. After dinner, Tennessee Chamber President Deb Woolley gave a brief update along with a session review by the legislators and Kingsport na-tive, Lauren Plunk was also introduced along with her newly created position as Small Business Advocate out of the State Comptroller of the Treasury’s office. “It’s a great opportunity to network with our state’s legislators and other chamber members in a fun atmosphere,” said Kingsport Chamber Di-rector of Workforce Development and Government Relations Nicole Austin. This event was sponsored by the 2011 Government Relations Sponsors: Appalachian Power, AT&T, Charter Communications, Domtar, Eastman Chemical Company, Holston Valley Medical Center, Indian Path Medical Center and Pfizer. Domtar serves as the host sponsor and Food City was the food and beverage sponsor. The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit business organization comprised of nearly 1,000 members. The Kingsport Chamber’s mission is to utilize resources and focus efforts on enhancing a strong and viable business environment for the Kingsport area. For more information on the Kingsport Chamber, visit www.KingsportChamber.org or call (423) 392-8800. On Facebook and Twitter@kptchamber.
Photography By: Bruce Green • Story By: Kristina Twitty
The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce held an evening after hours at Madagascar Coffee Shop on August 4th.
Madagascar Coffee, located at #1 Sheridan Square, Suite 100, in Kingsport, was a great place to hold such an event. With both indoor and outdoor space available for rent, the Café can ac-commodate many guests, making it a great choice for many types of events.
The café boasts a vast menu of both hot and cold coffee drinks, muffins, scones, hot quiches, soups, gourmet wraps and spe-cialty sandwiches. The catering options offered by Madagascar Coffee can be tailored to perfectly suit your meeting or special event.
Stop by on a Tuesday or Thursdayevening for Happy Hour, with many beer and appetizer specials. For more information, visit their website at madagascarcoffee.com or find them on Facebook.
VIPSEEN@Madagascar Coffee Company
Ruth Leonard and Gail Preslar
Dawn Bouch, CJ Hallock, John Rotty, Jennifer Salyer, Kathy Kennedy, and Jerry Headrick
Whitney Morton and Sta
rli Ha
le
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Barb
ara & Dave Clark
Theresa Bright and Dee Bardes
VIPSEEN@Domtar Cabins
Photgraphy By: Bruce GreenStory By: Lindsey Wilder
SEPTEMBER 2011
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The Antique Automobile Club of America and the AACA Appa-lachian Region hosted the AACA National Fall Meet in Bristol last month. The streets were packed with admirers and live music filled the air as car collectors proudly displayed their antique treasures for the masses to “ooohhhh & ahhhhhh.”The AACA is an Antique Car Club consisting of automobiles 25 years or older. They hold monthly meetings and car cruise in’s on Friday nights from May to October in the Tri-Summit Bank parking lot across from the train station in downtown Bristol. The mission of the AACA is to “Promote the restoration and appreciation of antique automobiles”. For more information about AACA visit: http://www.appalachianregionaaca.org
Photography and Story By: Angela Striligas
AACA National Fall Meet
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VIPSEEN@Meadowview Convention Center
HAUN CHIROPRACTIC
The Johnson City Chamber of Commerce showed their support by welcoming FATZ Café to Johnson City through a ribbon cutting on August 4th.
FATZ Café’s newest location is at 3101 W. Market Street in Suite 101. Those in attendance were not only able to enjoy amazing food, but also the great atmosphere, which is a signature of FATZ Café.
With expansion that began in 1990, FATZ Café now op-erates 48 restaurants within the Southeast United States. There are Café locations in each of the Tri-Cities, as well as Elizabethton. To see a full menu and find the address to your nearest FATZ, visit www.fatz.com.
This past month Wachovia banking locations and customer accounts across Virginia suc-cessfully transitioned to Wells Fargo!Now all our Virginia customers (more than 1.9 million strong!) can take advantage of 290 Wells Fargo stores and 447 ATMs across the
Commonwealth—not to mention the more than 6,200 stores and Wachovia banking locations and 12,000 ATMs (combined) nationwide.With Virginia’s transition, Wells Fargo has now converted 18 states with only four more to go. To those four—we’re looking at you Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Washing-ton, D.C.—rest assured we’ll keep you updated along the way.
On Thursday, August 11th, Kingsport Cham-ber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting cere-mony for new chamber member, Haun Chiro-practic is located on 2105 E. Center Street.
Many people enjoyed refreshments and were able to tour the prac-tice while they waited their turn to get on the adjustment table for a little aligning.
Dr. Janie Haun believes in using chiropractic care to help release the God-given healing power of the body. The Power That Made The Body Heals The Body!
The Kingsport community showed support by attending the ribbon cutting ceremony of one of the communities’ oldest and most respected bridal and formal wear shops, Annie’s Room.
Annie’s Room owner, Kristie Johnson, welcomed guests to the new larger boutique located at 1880 North Eastman Road in Suite 260, behind Starbucks and across from Panera Bread. Annie’s Room is a full- service Bridal Salon. Which means the staff caters the needs of each individual customer. They not only offer a broad selection of bridal gowns and bridesmaids dresses, but also myriad pageant gowns, prom gowns, and men’s forma wear rentals.
Visit Kristie and the Annie’s Room staff at their new store, or see their selection online at www.anniesroombridal.com.
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SEPTEMBER 2011
Nonprofit Housing organization Eastern Eight Commu-nity Development celebrated the restoration of their new office located in Johnson City this past June.
Eastern Eight builds about 40 homes a year for low to moderately-low income families. The non-profit also maintains more than 80 rental units across Northeast Tennessee, and offers housing related services such as homebuyer education, credit counseling and fore-closure intervention counseling. Eastern Eight moved from their old office on Unaka Avenue to the historic E. Munsey Slack House on Watauga Avenue to ac-commodate the growing organization.
Visit www.E8cdc.org
The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Shoobies Italian Eatery and Bakery located at 1459 East Center Street on August 4th. Shoobies menu boasts a variety of delicious made from scratch authentic Italian eats from pizza to pastas, salads to subs and many great appetizers! Save room for their fresh from scratch sweets with daily flavors of cannoli, biscotti, baklava, cupcakes, truffles, italian cookies and many more items! They offer call ahead for your carry-out Hours: Mon-Thurs 10a - 9p, Fri and Sat 10a - 10p, Closed Sun. Private dining room available! Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, retirement, weekly bible studies, business lunches, and more! For more information visit: [email protected]
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Gwen Collins
Scott Knowlton
Danielle Spetta, Derek Flack,and Cathey McClelland
Kimberly Long and Melissa Mitchell
Travis Pate and Allison Linder
Jerry C. Bush and Michelle Ramey
Brooke Seal, Amanda Belvins,and Michelle Hughes
Stella Robinette & Vicki Rhoten
Robert M. Hollo Jim HenrichsRebecca Ingram and Adam Hylton
Tom Segelhorst , Lynn Hicks, and Koren Winters
Bob Perry
Kevin Rose
Rachel Vaughan and Lacee Holley
Gary Evans and Cindy Necessary
VIPSEEN@The Civic Auditorium
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PHOTOS BY: BRUCE GREEN STORY BY: LINDSEY WILDER
The economic recession has been difficult for many residents of the Tri-Cities, but on August 2nd, there was encouragement for unem-ployed and employers alike. The Civic Audito-rium in Kingsport hosted over 70 businesses for a largely successful Job Fair.
Nearly 300 people attended the fair, which showcased career opportunities available to people of all ages and backgrounds. Compa-nies such as Domtar, Regions Bank, Tusculum College and Meadowview had booths set up to interview potential new em-ployees and distribute information about vari-ous opportunities.
Several employers were pleased to report success that was a direct result of the Job Fair. As of now, there were 30 people who found employment and countless others that are going through the interview process, thanks to the fair!
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The Tri-Cities wouldn't be all we are without the commu-
nities tucked away off the main roads. Home to Bell Heli-
copter, Bed in a Box, DPI, Inc., Hy-Tech Specialty Coating
and more, Piney Flats is one of those places many of us
pass through as we run between Johnson City and Bris-
tol. The small community held their first Piney Flats Days
in August with music, history, games and community
yard-sales at Mary Hughes School. About a dozen ven-
dors and as many musicians treated their audience to
games, food and foot-tapping tunes among which was
the sweet voice and fast fingers of 7 year old "Fiddlen
Carson Peters", last years' winner of Tri-Cities Got Talent,
who makes his home in Piney Flats. Little Deer Intertribal
Dancers & Rocky Mount Historic
Site represented the
history of the
area in full
period dress
complete with dances
and black powder rifle demonstrations
well into the afternoon. Congratulations to Piney Flats on
the beginning of their tradition and community spirit.
Britney Thompson and Nathan & Lily Wilford
Jeff Kemp
Mackenzie Hughes, Rachel Hughes,and Judi Bays
Kelsey Lamb, Kylie Strickland, Monica Strickland,Christa Strickland, and Masey HartJames & Jean Lipps
Joe Papp, Linda Rash, and Priscilla Boyer
PINEY FLATS DAYSPhotography By: Bruce Green
Story By: Kristina Twitty
VIPSEEN@Piney Flats
SEPTEMBER 2011
VIPSEEN@Hunter-Wright Stadium
Tony & Courtney Manis
Don Spivey
Roman & Turner StoutHayleigh Davis, Chelsey Mulling, & Lindsey Wilder
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: BRIAN HULLETTE STORY BY: ANGELA STRILIGAS
David Hoover, Bob Ritz, & Larry MullinsSusan Mullins, Andi Hoover, & Freddie Correll Logan Hullette & Zane Whitson
Kim Johnson & Whitney Chadwell
Jeff Wallen & Namoi Mowell Morgan Leblanc & Alex Nottingham
It was Don Spivey Night
at Hunter Wright
Stadium Monday,
August 1st.
Hundreds of fans
came out to the ball-
park to not only watch the
Kingsport Mets but to also honor the
longtime public address announcer.
Don Spivey has been the only announcer at Hunter
Wright Stadium since it’s opening in 1995. Prior to the
game, dignitaries from the city of Kingsport as well
as the Kingsport Mets honored Spivey on the field.
Not only has Spivey served as the only announcer at
Hunter Wright, but he has also announced hundreds
of other youth tournaments as well as football and
basketball at Dobyns Bennett High School. In recogni-
tion for all that he has done for the Kingsport Mets, the
city of Kingsport unveiled letters across the front of the
press box designating it as the “Don Spivey Press Box.”
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Friday, September 1610:00 p.m. “20/20” Monday, September 198:00-10:00 p.m. “Dancing with the Stars”10:00-11:00 p.m. “Castle” Tuesday, September 209:00-10:00 p.m. “Dancing with the Stars -Results Show”10:00-11:00 p.m. “Body of Proof” Wednesday, September 218:00-9:00 p.m. “The Middle”9:00-10:00 p.m. “Modern Family” 10:00-11:00 p.m. “Revenge” Thursday, September 228:00-9:00 p.m. “Charlie’s Angels”9:00-11:00 p.m. “Grey’s Anatomy” Sunday, September 257:00-9:00 p.m. “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” (special two-hour premiere)9:00-10:00 p.m. “Desperate Housewives”10:00-11:00 p.m. “Pan Am” Wednesday, September 288:30-9:00 p.m. “Suburgatory”9:30-10:30 p.m. “Happy Endings” Thursday, September 2910:00-11:00 p.m. “Private Practice” Sunday, October 27:00-8:00 p.m. “America’s Funniest Home Videos” Tuesday, October 118:00- 9:00 p.m. “Last Man Standing” Tuesday, October 188:30-9:00 p.m. “Man Up!” Friday, October 218:00-10:00 p.m. “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Sunday, October 238:00-9:00 p.m. “Once Upon a Time”
FALL SERIES
PREMIERES
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COMING IN OCTOBER
What’s on the Menu?
A special section
featuring local menus
from restaurants you
love to dine
and order take out!
For more information on this sectionemail [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 2011
Interview By Brian Hullette
How long have the members of Wolf Creek know each other or played together?
Some of the members of Wolf Creek have been in-volved in various musical endeavors together as far back as 25 years. More recently, Jason, Kevin, Jim & Robbie spent about 2 yearsbacking singer songwriter Reagan Boggs.
What are some of the bands you like to cover?
We cover everything from Ralph Stanley to Doobie Brothers. Our audiences respond well to our covers from Charlie Daniels, Ricky Skaggs, Newgrass Reviv-al, and even Crosby Stills Nash and Peter Frampton.
What / Who are your major influences?
Bluegrass is a major driving force behind Wolf Creek which we heavily incorporate into our music but we are also influenced by Alt Country artists such as Steve Earle, Buddy Miller and Robert Earl Keen.
Where do you tour?
We have traveled throughout TN, NC and VA
What would you like people to know about your band?
Wolf Creek is a band that is unmatched in it's versa-tility and diversity. Four of the five members of Wolf Creek play multiple instruments on stage, giving us the ability to change not only the musical styleswe cover, but the instrumentation and sound of the band throughout the course of any show. We have
three lead vocalists, and incorporate strong multi part vocal harmonies into our music.The members of Wolf Creek are seasoned studio musicians as well, and are in demand adding their talents to live and studio work from many of the top bands in our region.All these things contribute to our ability to produce a show that is entertaining to audiences of all ages and musical interests.
Our self-released CD "Like The Restless Wind" is com-prised of original material written by Jason Crawford & Edward Main, as well as songs from prolific and renowned writers Tim Stafford, Kim Williams,Bobby Starnes, Milan Miller & Mark Bumgarner, among others....
How did you come up with the name Wolf Creek?
The name Wolf Creek was derived from the song of the same name from the Dan Folgelberg album "High Country Snows". It features some of the bands favorite musicians including: Doc Watson, Jerry Douglas, Herb Petersen and David Grisman.
How did Wolf Creek begin?
"Wolf Creek" began in 2007 after Jason Crawford, Kevin Jackson, Jim Price and Robbie Stevens com-pleted their stint with the Reagan Boggs Band and desired to create a band of their own making, shed-ding the limits of their former roles as sidemen. They enlisted the help of former bandmate Edward Main, and have since gone on to become one of the top drawing bands of the area.......
Visit www.wolfcreekmusic.com
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Dr. Jeff
Schoondyke
A proud supporter ofKari’s Heart Foundation
“Karing for You,One Heart at a Time”
Karing Hearts CardiologyHello from all of us here at Karing Hearts Cardiology and welcome to our new practice.
We opened Karing Hearts Cardiology in April, 2011, with a clear focus on what's most important — patient care.
How is Karing Hearts different from other medical offices?From the moment you step into the KHC office, our commitment to you begins. Each of us will focus our
efforts on delivering to you the highest quality medical and cardiac care, with one important, yet often overlooked component.....service.
Our service is not only directed towards you, the patient, but to your entire family as well.
We do this by providing excellent care and speaking in plain, easy-to-understand language. After all, your health shouldn't be a mystery.
Mission StatementOur mission at Karing Hearts Cardiology is to provide our patients
with the highest quality care and service, centered within an environment that promotes respect, courtesy, and faith.
Dr. Jeff SchoondykeMD, MPH, FACC, CCDS
Julie Bentley FNP-BC1303 Sunset Drive Suite #5
Johnson City, TN 37604423.926-4468 fax: 423.928.4838
www.karingheartscardiology.com
SEPTEMBER 2011
Happy...
Happy Birthday Carolyn!Love Ya!!! Sabrina
Happy Birthday Michael!
Happy Birthday Ken Stacey!
Bon Aniversaire a toi, Mary!
Happy Birthday Ken!Happy Birthday Justin! Happy Annivesary!Happy Birthday Uncle Valmer Happy 30th Birthday Schnutz!You’re Getting Old
Happy 11th Birthday Aaron!(Aaron & Brother Jacob)
Happy Birthday Grandad!Love You!!
Happy Birthday Mom!
Happy Shelltember!!
If you have any photos for birthdays, anniversaries etc. email [email protected] • First Come, First Serve
Happy Birthday Austin!Mommy & Daddy Love You!!
Happy Birthday Zachary!
Happy Baby!
Dr. Jeff
Schoondyke
A proud supporter ofKari’s Heart Foundation
“Karing for You,One Heart at a Time”
Karing Hearts CardiologyHello from all of us here at Karing Hearts Cardiology and welcome to our new practice.
We opened Karing Hearts Cardiology in April, 2011, with a clear focus on what's most important — patient care.
How is Karing Hearts different from other medical offices?From the moment you step into the KHC office, our commitment to you begins. Each of us will focus our
efforts on delivering to you the highest quality medical and cardiac care, with one important, yet often overlooked component.....service.
Our service is not only directed towards you, the patient, but to your entire family as well.
We do this by providing excellent care and speaking in plain, easy-to-understand language. After all, your health shouldn't be a mystery.
Mission StatementOur mission at Karing Hearts Cardiology is to provide our patients
with the highest quality care and service, centered within an environment that promotes respect, courtesy, and faith.
Dr. Jeff SchoondykeMD, MPH, FACC, CCDS
Julie Bentley FNP-BC1303 Sunset Drive Suite #5
Johnson City, TN 37604423.926-4468 fax: 423.928.4838
www.karingheartscardiology.com
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