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Jan Patterson, Amy Tiebold and Richard Way encourage the crowd to bid high for a Pat Summitt Package.

enjoying a little peace before the live auction begins are, seated, from left, Becky Duncan Massey, Shirley Elder and auctioneer Bear Stephenson; standing, Bob and Louise Presley, Morton Massey, Live Auction Chair Betty Jones and Bud Hopkins.

Gov. and Mrs. Don Sundquist and Jane Chedester enjoy the evening.

Elmer Treat and Jack Parham keep on eye on the golf section of the Silent Auction.

Haywood Harris served as Master of Ceremonies for the gala dinner and auction.

Frances Hodge, Connie Sullivan and Mary Alice Hart look over some of the silent auction items at the Heritage Happening Benefit Dinner.

Enjoying a little pre-dinner conversation are Francis Norris, Bill and Marti Womac and Melinda Headrick.

“Flavors of our Heritage” was a fun evening for a good cause, and, said Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center Director Bob Patterson, “the weather is perfect!” Enjoying the evening are, from left, Martha and Randy McGinnis, Jane Chedester, field representative for Sen. Lamar Alexander; Jan and Bob Patterson.

Peter Tiebolt is ready to take off in the toy airplane that he demonstrated for the live auction. With him are his parents, Chuck and Amy Tiebolt.

A Heritage Happening

All smiles during the Saturday evening affair at McCord Farm in Blount County are, from left, Jarrod Millsaps, community outreach coordinator with the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, Mandi Millsaps and Susan Mills.

Filling their plates up are, from left, General Sessions Judge Mike Gallegos and Blount County Highway Superintendent Bill Dunlap.

At left, Keith McCord, owner of the farm and host for Judge David Duggan and the Republican Party, was also the cook.

Taking time out from dinner are, from left, Jake England, Jennifer Albano, Kaylee England and Patrick England.

Enjoying conversation during the Saturday event are, from left, Lee Kull, General Sessions Judge David Duggan and his wife, Kari Duggan.

Judge David Duggan, left, accepts the endorsement of the Fraternal Order of Police by Brian Frazier, vice president of the Fraternal Order of Police Bud Allison Memorial Lodge #9.

Relaxing at the barbecue for public safety employees are, from left, Ed Harmon, Assistant County Mayor Dave Bennett and commissioner Steve Hargis.

September’s winner is a heart-tugger.

One of the Wilderwood Service Dogs got the coveted cover shot.

This pooch is the pin-up dog for August.

Joe and Kim Minutolo spent their Casino winnings on a Bruce Pearl autographed basketball.

Big winners J.D. and Ashley Jenkins chose to spend their winnings on a prize with a good entertainment value. They took home the Wii from the silent auction and Guitar Hero III from the live auction.

Don Heinemann and Dr. Mark Durand pause for a moment with Blount Memorial Foundation Executive Director Jane Andrews at The Event: Casino Royale at Royal Oaks.

Gathered around the game table are Chip Webb, Kevin Painter, Rebecca Forster and Rick Shepard.

Friends gathered for hors d’oeuvres and conversation on the deck at Royal Oaks Event Facility. From left are Ann Crytser, Judy Clabough, Sara and John Berry, and Jane Nelson.

Jimmy and Jenny Morgan brought “star” quality to Casino Royale at Royal Oaks.

Waiting for the Casino Royale games to begin are this bevy of beauties and their debonair escorts. Seated are Hilary Burgin, Cheri Huffman Jones, Carole Chambers, Connie Huffman and Abby Bussey; standing are John Huffman, Jeff Eberting and Aaron Bussey.

Dr. Samuel and Sally Evans enjoyed the evening that raises funds for the Blount Memorial Good Samaritan Clinic.

Receiving awards at Alcoa High School, including four who received the Pershing scholarships, are Senitria Henderson, Dalnitra Warren, Kierstan Donaldson, LaTaya Roddick, Kelli Joines, Courtney Hodge, Michaela Whidby, Jamie Goldberger, Michael Stubblefield, Travis Cotten, Jayson Ownsby and Josh Kincannon.

Dennis Pershing left a legacy of love for students and others who struggled with life.

The William Blount High School pit crew wheel changing team, including from left, jackman T.J. Shields, impactman Brett Orr and rear tire changer Dustin Green, prepare to change a tire. For more photos, visit www.BlountToday.com.

Amanda Beasley, a William Blount High School Autobody class member, poses next to a Chevrolet Silverado pick up truck.

Eric Waters shows his skill during the competition.

Kendra Flynn pauses for a moment at the competition.

C.J. Brickey, left, and Lucas Waters relax during the Junior Cattle Show.

Winners of the 2008 Blount County Junior Cattle Show relax after the competition.

Madison Elam and Emily Gregory go through the Café line for their Dr. Seuss luncheon.

Getting the Sam I Am ham ready to go with the green eggs are, from left, Teresa Flannagan, Patty Dickerson and Kim Gillespie.

Sue Fagg, head cook at Fort Craig School of Dynamic Learning, mixes a little green food coloring into the egg mixture to make scrambled Green Eggs for Children’s Book Week.

Gathered in the Café at the beginning of Children’s Book Week were members of the Library Committee, who planned the event, and some of their children. Front row, from left, are Hadley Baerns, Colton Griffith, Cameron Kuhl, Audrey Blackburn and Chandler King, with parents Michele Baerns, left, and Cecilia King, right, kneeling. On the second row are, from left, Molly Culliton, Nicholas VanSon, Kimmel Baerns, Samantha Woodfin, Erica Snell, Jordis Blackburn and Ian Culliton. On the back row are, from left, librarian Betsy Cox, Angela Culliton, Karen VanSon, Michelle Woodfin, Renee Snell and Jean Blackburn.

Paige and Shelby Freyer got their faces painted at Faces Gone Wild.

Dancing to the beat at the Big BBQ Bash are Andrew Henry, Elijah Black and Betsy Tiller.

Savannah and Sierrah Sharp enjoy petting Leah Thomas’ dog, Reese, at the Big BBQ Bash at Springbrook Corporate Center.

Tim Cox, Lynn Cox, Tommy Stewart and Mike Kirby were quite a team as the Smokin’ Hawgs at the Big BBQ Bash.

The Cucumber Salad recipe at left can be dressed up with pasta or prepared simply, as shown. At right is a Corn Salad using fresh, cooked corn.

Corn Salad is a great way to beat the heat and get a fresh taste of summer vegetables.

Stewart looks ready for training camp on his last day in Alcoa on Saturday.

Former Maryville High and Auburn standout Carl Stewart, rear center, signed a free agent contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on NFL Draft three weeks ago. Pictured with Stewart prior to leaving for Buccaneer training camp recently are, seated left to right, grandmother Maxine Stewart, mom Margie Stewart and niece Shayla Prigmore. Standing, left to right, are brother-in-law Quincy Prigmore, sister Kerri Stewart Prigmore and father Dexter Stewart.

Friends and family applaud as Heritage senior Kara Murr signs a National Letter of Intent to play college softball at Tennessee State University.

A congratulatory cake displays extensive craftsman ship.

Heritage High School senior Kara Murr is all smiles after signing a National Letter of Intent with Tennessee State University last week. Seated with Murr is younger brother Ryan and her parents, Misty and Tony Murr. Standing is Heritage coach Mark Dowlen.

Photo by LuAnne Jackson Kara Murr led the Lady Mountaineers in hitting in each of her four seasons.

Maryville Christian School senior Kristin Findley commits to play her collegiate volleyball at nearby Maryville College during in the MCS gymnasium. Seated with Findley are her mom and dad, Donna and David Findley. Standing, left to right, are Maryville College assistant coach Kate Poeppelman, Maryville Christian administrator Glenn Slater, Megan Findley, Kristin’s younger sister, Maryville Christian coach Jamie McGinley, Christine Hames and Ira Massie.

Kathie Gross, manager at Classic Home Furnishings, talks with Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Gene Collins.

Susan Cadegan, owner, pauses for a moment during the grand opening and ribbon cutting of her new shop, Classic Home Furnishings, 403 S. Washington Street.

Susan Cadegan gets ready to cut the ribbon for the grand opening of Classic Home Furnishings while friends, family and members of the Blount County Chamber of Commerce assist. With Susan in the center are son, Thomas Crews; Teri Brahams with the Blount County Chamber of Commerce; and Kathie Gross, store manager.

Darryl Downey shows off some of the items brought into Fairview Jewelers for their special trunk show.

Tonia Pastor and Darlene Black show Judi Butcher some of the new pieces in the Arista Jewelry line at Fairview Jewelers.