Crossville Chronicle, Crossville, TN

Lake Dartmoor is home to river otters
River otters have recently been reported on Lake Dartmoor. To some, their presence is a threat to fishing success, while to others it is a chance to see one of Tennessee's most entertaining animals. Because of this disparity, trout stocking on four Fairfield Glade lakes was delayed this spring to evaluate the otter situation.
Record-setting champions crowned at the fourth annual Spring Classic
This past Friday and Saturday marked the fourth running of the POETS Golf Club Spring Classic Golf Tournament. Open to all serious golfers, the field this year included three teams from California, and there were many other teams from out-of-state.
Read the latest edition of "The Bulletin"
The Fairfield Glade Community Club publishes a newsletter called "The Bulletin" in which you'll find a schedule of Glade activities and events, a restaurant and dining guide, golf information, and even tour schedules. Click here for the latest PDF edition of "The Bulletin."
Food drive expected to feed thousands of hungry families
Cumberland County city and rural letter carriers are asking their postal customers for food, not because they're hungry, but because they want to help feed those who are.
Letter to the editor (published May 8, 2008)
First, I want to thank the editor of the Glade Sun for this opportunity to address the press release issued by the Community Club’s board of directors as published in the April 24, 2008 issue of the Glade Sun titled “The board of directors responds to Miller.”
Steele, Green, Stotz, Schultz sink holes-in-one
Obituaries (published May 8, 2008)
Mary E. Coughenour
Joan G. Pontius
Williams achieves Life Master status
The annual Gatlinburg Regional Duplicate Bridge Tournament, the largest (most well attended) duplicate bridge tournament in the world, was held April 14-20 in the Gatlinburg Conference Center.
Curry, Brown named Lions Club's students of the month
Scott Alan Curry, son of Tambra and Norman Curry of Crossville, has been selected as the Cumberland County High School Student of the Month. Curry is an extremely busy young man who has participated in a wide variety of activities in his high school career.

Zachary Brown, son of Nichole and Chris Brown of Crossville, has been selected by Stone Memorial High School as the Student of the Month for April.
Women's Nine Hole League enjoys opening luncheon
Sixty-three members of the Women's Nine Hole League enjoyed each other's company and an excellent meal at Legends at Druid Hills on April 28. Everyone enjoyed the menu selected by the social co-chairwomen, Marlene Smith and Claire Sisson.
Men's 9-Hole Golf League gearing up for season
Men's 9-Hole Golf League orientation meeting was held at the Community Center, Monday, April 28, at 10:30 a.m. We had the best attendance ever, with 64 regulars and 42 subs in attendance.
CACE Youth Expo exceeds all expectations
Imagine two large exhibit rooms filled throughout the day with 700 excited youth and their families, and almost 100 volunteers. Add a visual effect of 200 pieces of matted 2-D and 3-D art pieces, two large murals, and the sounds of four bands and other student performers.
Men's 18-Hole Golf League kicks season off with breakfast
The Men’s 18-Hole Golf League held their annual kickoff breakfast and meeting at the Druid Hills Golf Course on Wednesday, April 30. The attendees were welcomed by league president Mark Carle, and they represented over 75 percent of the membership.
Date set for Good Samaritan Society – Fairfield Glade random selection event for senior housing with services
Good Samaritan Society – Fairfield Glade is pleased to announce the date of the random selection event for senior housing with services. The event will take place Wednesday, June 25 at the new Fairfield Glade Community Center.
Kelley named to Visually Impaired Support Group board
The Visually Impaired Support Group of Cumberland County, TN, Inc. (VIS Group) elected Billie Kelley to the board of directors at a recent meeting. Kelley started a low vision support group in Fairfield Glade in 2007, with about 20 members.
Parking available to visit veterans office
Two parking spaces are now available for veterans visiting the Veterans Service Office at 380 Thurman Ave. The parking spaces are on the east side of the courthouse. This is especially helpful to those veterans and spouses with disabilities.
Recipient receives funds to pay medical expenses from Thrivent Financial
On April 10, John and Rachael Severson, of Crossville, received $1,500 from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans to pay medical expenses. The total of funds raised was $7,874, which includes the $1,500 from Thrivent.
Arlington High School dominates Super Shoot at Sportsman Club
The Fairfield Glade Sportsman Club hosted the third annual Super-Shoot-on-the-Mountain April 19 for 77 Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) shooters from four Tennessee trapshooting programs.
2008 Couples Member/Guest Tournament May 16-17
The first event before the tournament begins is the kick-off cocktail party. Registration, door prizes, and goody bags will be taken care of at this time. For those who cannot attend the party you may register prior to the first round of golf on Friday.
Obituary (published May 1, 2008)
Robert D. Edwards
Pick up a racquet and join the party at the Fairfield Glade Tennis Center on May 3 from 9 a.m. to noon
Hey Crossville, are you ready to cause a racquet? The biggest tennis party ever is coming to your neighborhood!
Scott Widener joins Hilliard Lyons
Scott Widener, a Hilliard Lyons financial consultant, has joined Phil and Deanna Magdich in the firm's Crossville office.
The Dimpled Globe Awards banquet is a chance to honor some good people
You may have heard about the Dimpled Globe Awards (DGA) banquet happening on Saturday, May 17, at the new Fairfield Glade Community Center. This is your invitation to be a part of this special evening. You are invited to make reservations by calling 707-7168. Reservations are $25 per person and $10 for children 10 and under.
Creative Compassion, Inc. secures Amateur Barbecue Cookoff entertainment
The entertainment for Creative Compassion, Inc. Amateur Barbecue Cookoff will be provided by DSquared Productions, a nonprofit organization committed to producing quality family events for the community.
June 9 — Save the date for the FG Hospice Auxiliary's annual boat float
Fairfield Glade Hospice Auxiliary invites you to attend their annual Boat Float at St. George Marina. Tickets are now available. Circle your calendars for Monday, June 9, 4 p.m. at Lake St. George Marina.
Water restriction lifted for Fairfield Glade
Fairfield Glade is no longer under a water restriction. That announcement was made at the Fairfield Glade Community Club (FGCC) board meeting on Thursday by Everett Bolin of the Crab Orchard Utility District. "We'll be looking at it month-to-month," said Bolin.
Radtke's quilt earns award in Kentucky
Marsha Radtke’s quilt, The Pastor’s Attic received an Honorable Mention at the recent American Quilter’s Society 24th Annual Quilt Show and Contest (April 23–26) in Paducah, KY.
Letters to the editor (published May 1, 2008)
Some time ago, we had a small mishap at the car wash on Peavine Rd. Our daughter, who was visiting us and who was unfamiliar with the area, turned too sharply in exiting to Peavine and our car got hung up over the culvert with no traction.

For several years, Fairfield Glade residents have been asking, begging, pleading for a dog park where their animals could spend a sociable time with others of their approximate size.
Fairfield Glade Community Club Bulletin (published April 24, 2008)
Here's a copy of the Fairfield Glade Community Club's Bulletin newsletter.
Traffic problems loom for Peavine Road and I-40 overpass
The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced intermittent closures of Peavine Rd. at I-40 during the week of April 21 to allow for movement of heavy equipment used in the construction of pilings for the expanded bridge over the interstate highway. Motorists are cautioned to "allow some extra time for travel in the area" but specific dates, times and durations of the delays were not announced.
Women's Nine-Hole League has some new members
Robbie Corbin, membership chairman for the Women's Nine Hole League, met with new members for an orientation on Tuesday. They gathered at Bogey's for a breakfast meeting and discussed the upcoming Nine-Hole season and the procedure for signing in and out.
Super Senior women come in second at Southern Sectional Senior USTA Tennis matches
Eligible to represent the state at the senior southern sectionals is a real honor. Eight hundred players represented over 7,000 players competed in the nine southern states 60s and 70s division. The action took place in Columbus, GA. The 30 clay courts at the Cooper Creek Park was the sight of much of the action.
Cantrell, Peskett sink aces
Rosemary Cantrell, 79, of Fairfield Glade, TN, shot a hole-in-one at Dorchester Country Club on April 16, 2008.

Sharon Peskett, 64, of 40 Renwick Dr., Fairfield Glade, TN, shot a hole-in-one on April 17, 2008, at Heatherhurst Country Club, Crag course.
Lloyd elected to WV Sports Hall of Fame
Fairfield Glade resident Earl Lloyd, who left West Virginia State College to make history in the National Basketball Association, has been elected to the West Virginia Sports Hall of Fame.
The “Dimpled Globe” awards for 2007
This is the third annual announcement of the coveted “Dimpled Globe Awards (DGA).” The dimpled globe of note is a golf ball, chosen as symbolic framing for award recipients in keeping with the significance of golf to Cumberland County, the Golf Capitol of Tennessee.
'Party on the Plateau' great for bridge players
The Party on the Plateau was the theme of the non-life master bridge tournament held at the Fairfield Glade Recreation Center on March 28, 29, and 30. Lots of silver points were awarded to participants.
Directors respond to Miller on sewer issue and Tennessee Regulatory Authority
This letter is in response to Gerry Miller’s letter to the editor regarding the fate of our wastewater treatment facility and our sewer service. The members of your board of directors are committed to following all Fairfield Glade Community Club covenants and restrictions, Cumberland County, the state of Tennessee, and the federal government’s rules, regulations and laws. It is a shame that one individual and an extremely small number of members have taken it upon themselves to act independently as your representatives with no authorization from you, management, or the board of directors.
FG Bass Club completes first three 2008 tournaments
The Fairfield Glade Bass Club has fished its first three tournaments of the 2008 season. Fishing has been tough due to weather and water temperatures, but members caught some good fish.
Sixth annual Wayne Benson Memorial Golf Tournament set for May 10
Saturday, May 10, is the date set for the sixth annual Wayne Benson Memorial Golf Tournament! We will have a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start at Dorchester Golf Club, and all participants should arrive no later than 7 a.m. to sign in and pay their green fees in the pro shop.
Tennis news
The clay courts are now open! Work on resurfacing the hard courts will begin as soon as the weather permits.
Bishop honored for veterans funeral service
Terry Johnson, commander of the Veterans Honor Guard, pins a "600 Funerals" pin on Carl Bishop. Waiting to receive his "100 Funerals" pin is Forrest Powell.
Neighbors Together Against Cancer: Cancer treatment methods
Cancer treatment is an expansive subject, too much to be covered adequately in this article. For more information, refer to www.cancer.com and www.cancer.org or the Regional Cancer Center at Cumberland Medical Center (CMC). This article will provide an overview of treatment methods.
Spring flower and garden show to offer lots of information
A handsome, well-designed landscape is a universal goal among most homeowners. It usually takes some effort to create a yard that has all the features you want to make your landscape a joyful destination.
TRA rules — it's a public utility — if FGCC wastewater system goes outside bounds of Fairfield Glade
On Sept. 14, 2007, Gerry Miller, acting on behalf of the "Committee for a Better Fairfield Glade," sent a letter of inquiry to the Tennessee Regulatory Authority (TRA) regarding the status of Fairfield Glade Community Club's (FGCC) wastewater treatment facilities if sewer is extended to the new grocery store and other interests outside the boundaries of Fairfield Glade.
Letter to the editor (published April 17, 2008)
Those of you who could not attend the performance on Monday, April 7, held at Stone Memorial High School in the school's roomy, comfortable auditorium missed a great concert.

As warm spring weather arrives, we see the boating season in full swing on our lakes in the Glade. Most of the boaters are considerate and observe the "no wake" ruling that has always been in force here.
Member-Guest Tournament deadline is April 30 — sign up in a hurry!
As the deadline fast approaches (April 30), the committee is quickly organizing the final touches for the event. There are more than 20 teams currently registered and there is room for 32 teams in the field. If you have not registered, please do so quickly.
Returning sponsors of Member-Member Tournament announced
Dave Kirk of Dave Kirk Automotive, Dr. Helen Hallenbeck of the Crossville Hearing Center, Century 21 Fountain Realty LLC, and Cumberland County Bank have all committed their support for the 2008 Member-Member Golf Tournament to be held at Heatherhurst Golf Club on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 16-17.
Field set for fourth annual Poets Spring Invitational
Another record field is set to tee it up in the annual Poets Golf Club’s Spring Invitational golf tournament. Staged at Heatherhurst Country Club, the field includes past champions, out of town guests, and residents of Fairfield and the local area.
Ladies Invitational needs tee boxes decorated — can you help?
The Ladies Invitational committee would like to ask golfers and non-golfers for help in decorating tee boxes for the Ladies Invitational. The theme this year is “Diamonds in the Rough.”
Fire up the grill — it's a benefit barbecue for Creative Compassion, Inc.
Creative Compassion, Inc. resource coordinator Frank Massaro announced that he and John Cannon, owner of Wildwood Catering, Wildwood Stables and Wildwood Concepts, have joined together to organize a Creative Compassion, Inc. benefit amateur barbecue cookoff on May 17.
What is the Hospice Soirée?
The Soirée is a gala evening and the chance to support Hospice of Cumberland County. Guests arrive at 6:30 p.m. on May 1, the opening day of the new Community/Conference Center of Fairfield Glade, and enter the grand lobby upon a red carpet.
Neighbors Together Against Cancer: Cancer screening and symptoms
This may be the most important subject for you to know about cancer. If you ask cancer survivors, they are unanimous in recommending cancer screening. Early detection is very important in the war on cancer and many have advised how a periodic cancer screening was the strategic action they took to beat cancer.
Plateau Creative Arts Center grand opening on April 18
Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement about the grand opening of the Plateau Creative Arts Center. The brand new building is the culmination of effort from the members of the Art Guild at Fairfield Glade over the last several years.
Plateau Creative Arts Center grand opening on April 18
Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement about the grand opening of the Plateau Creative Arts Center. The brand new building is the culmination of effort from the members of the Art Guild at Fairfield Glade over the last several years. Financed through donations and a mortgage from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Department, the 2,800 sq. ft. building houses an art gallery, a large studio-classroom, and an art library.
Glade Hiking Group to hike Burnt Mill Bridge Loop
Friday, April 11, the Fairfield Glade Hiking Group is returning to the Big South Fork area to hike the Burnt Mill Bridge Loop. This is a 4.3-mile hike that is rated moderate. This loop parallels the Clear Fork River, and if we are lucky we could see a lot of wildflowers such as trillium, hepatica, trout lily, and toothwort.
Art Auction & Blue Jean Gala set for April 12
The Art Auction & Blue Jean Gala was so successful last year that the Upper Cumberland Women's Council of Realtors (UCWCR) is hosting another one this year on Saturday, April 12, from 6-8:30 p.m. at Leslie Towne Center.
What are The Dimpled Globe Awards?
You, the residents of Cumberland County, are invited to a singular and extraordinary event Saturday, May 17, at the superlative new Fairfield Glade Community and Conference Center. Details of how to make reservations follow at the end of this article, but first you need to know, “What are the Dimpled Globe Awards (DGA)?”
DAN'S PLANS FOR EDUCATION FANS: Elementary archery program right on target
Warning! As this article begins, you, the unsuspecting reader, will be hit with not one but two puns in the very first first sentence and several more along the way! In addition, you may want to dust off your old World Books for help with a quick science reference, although a hint will be provided. Without stringing you along, let me get right to the point!
Lincoln Day dinner on Saturday
Cumberland County Republicans will join together for the annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Saturday, April 12. The event will be held at the Martin Elementary School cafeteria and Little Theater. Radio talk show host Steve Gill will provide this year’s keynote address.

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