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10-17 This week in History
It happened this week in 1947 more
Dear Annie
Dear Annie: After 32 years of marriage, I still battle daily with what the truth is. My husband, who I have been with since I was 17 (over 36 years), had the "shining star syndrome." Many of his … more
This is Dobby, a flame-point Siamese, with his BFF and constant playmate Taffy, a Chiweenie. Both were rescues. — Sue Walsh, Kingwood, Texas
10-17 Heloise — Double duty for the dishwasher
This is Dobby, a flame-point Siamese, with his BFF and constant playmate Taffy, a Chiweenie. Both were rescues. -- Sue Walsh, Kingwood, Texas more
Dylan Katina ascends a large tropical oak in Cloud Forest near Vara Blanca.
Lee students visit Costa Rica for ecology and conservation trip
  Dr. Thaddeus McRae and Lee University students pose by the upper La Paz waterfalls on the headwaters of the Rio Sarapiqui during their trip to Costa Rica. (2) Dylan Katina ascendsa large tropical oak in Cloud Forest near Vara Blanca.   more
LINDA MILLER shows a copy of a book she co-authored with Karen Dewhirst dealing with "personal testimonies of the power of God working in lives."
'The SoZone: Out of the Darkness' — Book looks into the spiritual realm
Associate Editor“Good and evil are not just ideas, but beings — specifically angels and demons,” according to Linda Miller, who with her co-author Karen Dewhirst, recently released their first … more
Janet Blackwell, one of Alpha Theta Chapter’s dedicated members/sisters, was recognized for her 25 years of membership/service to Alpha Theta Chapter. She was roasted by Ashley Douglas, (in a humorous way), a former student of Blackwell's. As an active member of ADK for 25 years, she has earned her Silver Sister Pin. From left are Kelly DeLaLuz, president, Ashley Douglas, president-elect, Janet Blackwell, Silver Sister; and Jennifer Bennett, chaplain.
Alpha Theta Chapter
Alpha Theta Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, an international sorority for women educators, held its monthly meeting at the Elks Lodge, last week. Alpha Theta's altruistic project was the Bradley County Emergency Shelter.  A generous donation of socks, scarves, hats, gloves, towels and detergent will be delivered next week.  The altruistic committee includes Jill McGuire, chair, Vivian McCormack, Adelia Hall and Angela Gardener. From left are McGuire, Hall of OMS; and Missy Bandy, LFMS. more
ANAIS EPPERSON and Andrew Harrod recently had an I Do Barbecue at the Singing Echoes Park in Cleveland. The event was hosted by the bride’s family. Shown are the bride and groom, center, with Trexler and Epperson family members.
Epperson-Harrod barbecue event
BILL AND RETA PAUL celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 16. The couple were married in 1971 in Knoxville. They have three children — Angie and Paul Thompson, Tommy Paul and Julie and Adam Murray. They also have eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
50th wedding anniversary
10-17 Library Corner
LIBRARY CORNER October 17 – October 23 The Cleveland Bradley County Public Library has entered Phase 4.5 of our 5-Phase Reopening Plan. Face coverings are requested but no longer required to enter the library. Reservations may be required depending on the time of day and location that you plan to visit. To make a reservation for computer use, please call the Nonfiction Desk at 423-472-2163, ext. 126. For all other reservations, please contact the Administrative Assistant at 423-472-2163, ext. 110.   SUNDAY | October 17 more
Miss POF 2019 Blaire Terrell crowns 2021 winner Taylor Brannon.
Brannon crowned Miss Parade of Favorites 2021
  Taylor Brannon, a senior elementary education major, was named Miss Parade of Favorites on Oct. 9 at Lee University’s annual student-led showcase. Brannon represented the Greek service … more
MEMBERS OF the Historical Marker Committee stand with the Hardwick-Journal House marker in front of the library on Ocoee Street. It uses photos and verbiage to share the background of the house which is now part of the Cleveland Bradley County Public Library. Committee members were, from left, Anne McReynolds, Library Board and Foundation member; Margaret Schenck, chairman of the Library Board; Jim Park, past chairman of the Library Foundation; Andrew Hunt, director of the library; and Barbara Fagen, former chairman of the Library Board.
New markers added at library ‘to make history of library known’
TWO HISTORIC markers have been placed in front of the Johnston-Tucker Center (History Branch) of the Cleveland Bradley County Public Library. One shares the history of the local public library and the other the history of the Craigmiles House. MEMBERS OF the Historical Marker Committee stand with the Hardwick-Journal House market in front of the library on Ocoee Street. It uses photos and verbiage to share the background of the house which is now part of the Cleveland Bradley County Public Library. Committee members were, from left, Anne McReynolds, Library Board and Foundation member; Margaret Schenck, chairman of the Library Board; Jim Park, past chairman of the Library Foundation; Andrew Hunt, director of the library; and Barbara Fagen, former chairman of the Library Board. more
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PAT SMITH, a breast cancer survivor, didn’t get to celebrate her birthday as she would have liked last year as she was diagnosed three days before, so this year, she was able to enjoy a “redo” birthday in Las Vegas.
Pat Smith reminds early detection is important
By ALLEN MINCEYBanner CorrespondentThe COVID-19 pandemic affected more than just those who contracted the virus. It also disrupted many lives, and caused some to alter their normal activities, such … more
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SEan Lee
String Theory at Hunter to feature Menlo Family Tour
String Theory Opens Season with Menlo Family Tour: “What You Are to Me”   String Theory at the Hunter, in partnership with Lee University and the Hunter Museum of American Art, will begin its 13th season on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. with Menlo Family Tour: “What You Are to Me.” more
Run for Their Freedom 5K is Saturday
Run for Their Freedom 5K is Saturday more
Foundation House Ministries seeks sponsors and tree donations for Festival of Trees
Foundation House Ministries will hold a Festival of Trees event to support mothers and pregnant women in crisis on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 5 to 9 p.m. The festival will feature a silent tree … more
The Outstanding Junior Member Contest began in 1963 to recognize Junior members of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Honoring young women truly promoted the aims and purposes of the National Society, as well as participated in community activities, the contest encourages all Junior members to be vitally interested and involved in DAR programs and projects. Recognition on the chapter, state, or national level is an honor not to be taken lightly. Candidates are DAR members, ages 18 through 35 inclusive, who have been elected by their respective chapters. A young woman who is active in DAR and her community, in furthering of the DAR’s historical, educational, and patriotic objectives, in accordance with the DAR motto, “God, Home, and Country,” is an Outstanding Junior. The Ocoee Chapter’s Outstanding Junior Member for 2021, Maelaina Trippett was recognized and presented an award at the October chapter meeting. Tripplet is an active participant in chapter activities. She has served as a hostess, regularly attends the monthly meetings and helps with other Chapter projects. She also attended the Summer Field Trip and Tennessee 225th Anniversary Program. From left are Virginia Orr, Ocoee Chapter chaplain and proud grandmother; Maelaina Trippett; and Leigh Ann Boyd, Ocoee Chapter regent.
Ocoee DAR
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum celebrates 60 Years of preserving railroad history
CHATTANOOGA — The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has been preserving railroad history since 1961, and this month, it is kicking off a yearlong celebration that will highlight the museum's 60-year heritage with two weekends of special events and displays. On Saturday, Oct. 16, and Sunday, Oct. 17, and again on Saturday, Oct. 23 and Sunday, Oct. 24, the museum will run its best-known steam engines — Engine 630 and Engine 4501 — on the Missionary Ridge Local. Called the “Local” for short, the 55-minute ride begins at TVRM’s Grand Junction Depot and runs to the East Chattanooga station and Soule Shops restoration facility. more
JILL DIXON, a breast cancer survivor, works out at the Cleveland Family YMCA as part of the LiveSTRONG program. Dixon said she is working more on her upper body through the program, where she lost strength following surgery.
Cancer survivors working it out at LiveSTRONG
Even though they are cancer survivors, many women still have issues to deal with following surgeries, or chemo and radiation therapies, as their bodies are adapting to battling the disease. The … more
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SINGER Ann Bell holds an award she received during her induction into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame for her contributions in developing the "Tulsa Sound." Bell, who has toured as a background singer for performers such as Leon Russell, Joe Cocker and many others, began singing publicly when she was 16. She now resides in Cleveland with her husband, Tom Nicholson, also a well-known musician and producer.
Ann Bell inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame
Singer Ann Bell is known as the Queen of the Tulsa Sound, the sonic blend of rockabilly, country, R&B music she helped pioneer with her mentor, singer/songwriter Leon Russell back in the 1970s.In … more
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Janice Williams adopted Lily, a sweet gray and white purebred Maine coon, at 6 months old from a rescue group after her family threw her out in the winter because she went into heat. Chloe, a sweet 14-year-old, was adopted at 9 months old after delivering five kittens. She spent her first nine months as a feral cat and was rescued just before delivering the kittens. Everyone wanted the kittens, but Janice wanted Chloe. To see Lily and Chloe, go to www.Heloise.com and click on "Pet of the Week." — Heloise
10-10 Heloise — Photo stuck to glass?
Photo stuck to glass? more
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