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Volume XII, Issue 7, July 2013
The official newsletter of the Roane County Chamber of Commerce
Visit us online at www.RoaneChamber.com
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Roane County Employer's Association
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Topic: Why Your Communication Styles
Don't Work Sometimes
Speaker: Laura R. Barron, MBA President and CEO of The Barron Group
Tuesday, July 9, noon
Raiders Cafe, RSCC
RSVP by calling
865-376-2093
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A&W Junk Removal
New Member
Meet & Greet
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Thursday, July 25
8 - 10 am
The Roane Alliance
1209 N. Kentucky St, Kingston
865-466-4314
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Civic Organization
Meetings
Kiwanis Club
Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday at noon
Shoney's Restaurant
Fran Puckett
865-376-5901
Harriman Rotary Club
Meets every
Thursday at noon
Roane Medical Center Community Room
Mike McElhinney
865-376-3416 x 215
Kingston Rotary Club
Meets every
Tuesday at 6 pm
2 Chefs Deli & Bakery
865-376-3715
Kingston Lions Club
Meets every 2nd & 4th Monday 6:30 pm
Shoney's Restaurant
Martin Skinner
865-376-6894
Harriman Lions Club
Meets every 2nd & 4th Monday 6:15 pm
Harriman Steak & Diner
James Yankie
865-376-9218
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Cash Express Harriman 1
Charmaine Wright
705 S. Roane St
Harriman, TN 37748
865-590-0121
A & W Junk Removal
Tony Adams
701 W. Bates St
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-466-4314
Walker's Auto & Home Supply Co
Gary Walker
131 S. Front St
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-9104
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Community Events
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National Championship Boat RacesJuly 2, 3 & 4 10 am - 4 pm Kingston Waterfront 201 Patton Ferry Rd, Kingston Contact: 865-376-1356
Bluegrass Jammin' Sessions
Every Tuesday night July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6 pm Bradbury Community Club 3343 Buttermilk Rd, Kingston Admission $1 Contact: Visitors Bureau 865-376-4201
Smokin' the Water July 4th Celebration
Thursday, July 4 11 am - 10 pm Kingston Waterfront 201 Patton Ferry Rd, Kingston Contact: 865-376-1356
East TN Cutting Horse Show
July 6 & 7, 8 am - 7 pm Roane State Expo Center 276 Patton Ln, Harriman Free to spectators Carol Ann Shaffer 276-791-9990
Secret City Train Rides
Saturday, July 6 & 20 & Friday, July 19 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
2010 Highway 58, Oak Ridge $17/adult $13 children 3-12 Please call for advance tickets at 865-241-2140 Public StargazingJuly 6 & 20, 7:30 - 11 pm Caney Creek Rd, Harriman David Fields, 865-927-5155 For more info click hereNational Barrel Horse RaceSaturday, July 13 Exhibits at 10 am Races at 3 pm Roane State Expo Center 276 Patton Ln, Harriman Contact: Mary Cunningham 865-354-4456
Cruisin' HarrimanSaturday, July 13 3:30 - 7:30 pm Roane Street, Harriman in front of Princess Theatre "Murder a la Mode"
A Murder MysterySaturday, July 13, 8 pm Creative Arts Coop426 Ruritan Rd,Harriman Contact: 865-765-1129
TN Quarter Horse ShowJuly 19-21 & 25-28 Sat: 8 am - 10 pm Sun: 9 am - 3 pm Roane State Expo Center276 Patton Ln, Harriman Free to spectators Jennifer McGrath 615-653-8190 Secret City Dinner TrainSaturday, July 20, 6 pm 2010 Highway 58, Oak Ridge Contact 865-241-2140 $65/person includes dinner & tax Pre-registration is required Christmas in JulyTuesday, July 30 9 am - 4pm Whitestone Country Inn1200 Paint Rock Ferry Rd, Kingston Contact: 865-376-0113 Bluegrass Music ShowSaturday, July 20, 7 pm Bradbury Community Club 3343 Buttermilk Rd, Kingston Admission $2 Contact: Visitors Bureau 865-376-4201 Square Dance & Line DanceSaturday, July 20, 8 pm American Legion 624 Morgan St, Harriman Connie Williams 865-717-3949 The Tams at the Princess
Saturday, July 20, 7 pm TicketsL $20 & $15 Princess Theatre 421 Roane St, Harriman Tickets available at Rocky Top General Store or call 865-882-8867
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Chamber Board Supports Marketplace Fairness Act
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 The Roane County Chamber of Commerce Board voted unanimously at June's board meeting to support the Marketplace Fairness Act - an act that empowers states to collect sales tax on purchases made from online-only vendors.
The Chairman of the Government Relations Committee, Edgar "Buddy" Bowers, said in bringing the resolution to the Chamber board: "The growth of online sales has created an increasingly unfair burden on local merchants, who find themselves competing with outside vendors who do not have to collect Tennessee sales tax from local customers. Moreover, it has created a growing burden on our state and local governments who lose such taxes from which they would otherwise benefit."
"Our mission as a Chamber of Commerce is to represent and support local businesses, such as our merchants, and eliminating this 'online tax unfairness' should be an effort we all support. None of us particularly likes to pay taxes, I'm sure, but we should all desire a level playing field in commerce."
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Roane Vying for Sustainable Certification
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 Roane County was one of only 13 communities in the Tennessee Valley to go through a TVA team evaluation to become certified a 'Sustainable Community.'
The process kicked off on June 7 at The Roane Alliance with Boyette Strategic Advisors (BSA) talking with Chamber businesses and leaders at a roundtable discussion. Chamber members who participated include:
Perma-fix, Oak Ridge National Lab, City of Kingston, Whitestone Country Inn, Proton Power, City of Harriman, Roane County Schools, Roane County Solid Waste, Harriman Utility Board, Michael Dunn Center, City of Rockwood, Tennessee Technology Center at Harriman, Rockwood Electric Utility, Roane State Community College, and
TVA.
"Roane County has already made a significant commitment to sustainability, which was seen by the turnout for the kickoff, as well as the astounding list of sustainable efforts already being done. This new program provides us with the opportunity to document, further develop and be recognized for our sustainable initiatives, which will help differentiate us in the tough competition for new investment and job creation," said Leslie Henderson, President/CEO, The Roane Alliance.
The complete news release is on The Roane Alliance website. To read < click here>. |
Luncheon Features Legislative Review
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Chamber Members Celebrate
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Bojangles Grand Opening
It really was "Bo Time" at Bojangles Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Event. Bojangles rolled out the red carpet for Roane County in a big way with a kid's area that featured a bounce house, games and a very talented face painter. The fun didn't stop there with their mascot "Bo" inside posing for pictures with guests, door prizes and of course lots of good food. Roane County Chamber members and the area residents came out to fill the lobby and parking lot welcoming this new business to the community. The new store is located at 1917 Roane State Highway, Harriman.
 | | L-r: Chris Whaley, Roane State Community College; Misty Mangum, Rosemary's Florist; Marilyn McCormick, Harriman Utility Board; Tammy Kravitz, Bojangles; Darrell Williams, The Roane Alliance; Rose Meza, Harriman Care & Rehab; JD Sampson, Harriman City Council; Troy Beets, City of Kingston; State Representative Kent Calfee; Charmaine Wright, Cash Express; Carolyn Beets; Bo: Darren Osborne, Regions Bank; Adam Coley, Bojangles; Don White, Kingston City Council; Chris Mason, City of Harriman; Chris Ahler, Visionary Horizons Wealth Management; Pat Brickel, Bojangles; Ken Mynatt, Harriman City Council; Leslie Henderson, The Roane Alliance; Randy Ellis, Roane County Commission; and David Morgan. |
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Chamber Helps Celebrate Grand Opening of Alpha Bitz
Chamber members joined Governor Haslam's East Tennessee Field Director Harlow Sumerford for Alpha Bitz Thrift Store's Grand Opening. Alpha Bitz was established to financially support Alpha House, a faith-based program started by four sisters to help post-incarcerated women restore their lives. Guests at the grand opening explored the store, several leaving with purchases in hand. Alpha Bitz is located at 5110 Harriman Highway, Oliver Springs.
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L-r: Larry Dison; Teresa Lowe; Michell Sefcik; Rose Meza, Harriman Care & Rehab; Patrick LaDue, Alpha House; Diana Crabtree, Alpha House; Jacob Kamer, King University; Denise L.; Teddi Dison, Alpha House; Marilyn McCormick, Harriman Utility Board; Brittni W.; Julie W.; Melissa Browder, Roane State Community College; Missy K.; Harlow Summerford; Misty Mangum, Rosemary's Florist; Jim Campbell, Alpha House; Reva Scarborough; Fanny Smith; and Carolyn LaDue, Alpha House.
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Harriman City Opens Downtown Doors For Prospects
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David Gunther, Harriman Industrial Board, speaks with a prospect during the event
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The City of Harriman put on display 14 available properties in the downtown district in hopes that offers would be made by prospective businesses. Many came out to view the available buildings and got a first-hand glimpse during the historic event. Harriman City leaders, local businesses, and The Roane Alliance all worked together to make the event a success and "it showed...well," said Darrell Williams, of The Roane Alliance.
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Leadership Roane County Graduates Class of '13
 The Chamber's Leadership Roane County latest class held their graduation on June 20 at Whitestone Country Inn. Mike Keith, "The Voice of the Titans," was guest speaker, providing many humorous stories about his years (from the very beginning) with the Titans. Teresa Duncan, Roane State Community College - which co-sponsors the Leadership program - handed out certificates to all the graduates along with special awards such as the 'Forest Gump' award, making an enjoyable evening for class members and alumni who attended.
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Knoxville TVA Credit Union Celebrates New Offices
 The Knoxville TVA Credit Union hosted their Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting for their new facility at 1916 Roane State Highway, Harriman on June 21. This new concept design facility was viewed by a large crowd of Chamber members, state and local officials and many of their customers while enjoying refreshments and entering for their chance at the door prizes being given away at the event. The new spacious, open reception area welcomes customers and this new facility even includes a children's area that features a mural of the Kingston Bridge. Knoxville TVA President Glenn Siler spoke at the event and led the ribbon cutting of the money ribbon.
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Rep. Calfee Brings State Comptroller Wilson to Chamber
 The Tennessee State Comptroller Justin Wilson met with Chamber members during a 'coffee' meet and greet on June 28 at The Roane Alliance. State Rep. Kent Calfee arranged the visit to Roane County along with breakfast as part of a day-long "whistle-stop" tour. Wilson provided a lively discussion about his duties and work as comptroller, taking questions from those attending. The comptroller is a constitutional officer elected by the General Assembly for a term of two years. State statutes prescribe his duties, the most important of which relate to audit of state and local government entities, and participation in the general financial and administrative management of state government.
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Roane's Highway Department Hosts Special Luncheon
 A celebration lunch at the Roane County Highway Department was held on June 27 to honor retirees Larry Alford, Judy Bensey, Joe Britton, Donna Patterson, and Ronnie Turpin. The memory of former Road Superintendent Charlie Norman was also honored. Bluegrass sensation Outta the Blue provided the lively entertainment while the highway department employees served guests with hamburgers, hotdogs and watermelon.
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Rockwood Electric Utility, a member of the American Public Power Association (APPA), has received the Platinum Level for 2012-2014 from this association for demonstrating  high proficiency in four areas: reliability, safety, work force development and system improvement. A service organization for over 2,000 community-owned electric utilities in the US, APPA's Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) program recognizes utilities that demonstrate sound business practices and industry best practices. There are only 15 municipal utilities in Tennessee that have received this recognition. REU is already working on the application for next time which is due September 30, 2013.
Harriman Public Library honored TVA for their financial assistance at a reception on June 17. Harriman City Mayor Chris Mason spoke at the event and presented a plaque to TVA representatives Bob Morris and Bert Robinson. TVA's contribution provided the funds to complete many improvements to the library including wiring, installation of period lighting, carpet, new office space and new computers.
The City of Kingston announced two 'solar farms' planned within the city limits. The Kingston Water Plant will be the site of the first one, breaking ground in May. This site will provide a generating capacity rate of approximately 50kWdc, while the 2nd site off James Ferry Rd near the plant will generate 200kw - generating the equivalent of enough electrical power to operate the water treatment plant. This is part of an approval from TVA, placing Roane County in the top four counties in the state providing solar power when completed. The city's drive to move ahead on these and other energy-saving projects has earned them the Tennessee Municipal League's Small City Progress Award.  | |
L-r: John Byrkit, Kingston City Council; Don White, Kingston City Council; Mayor Troy Beets, Kingston City; Ken Wilber, Tennessee Municipal League; Tony Brown, Kingston City Council; Manager David Bolling, Kingston City; and Norman Sugarman, Kingston City Council
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Renewals
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Amale International
Gil El-Sayad
129 Brown Rd
Ten Mile, TN 37880
865-717-6246
King University
Jacob Kamer
1350 King College Rd
Bristol, TN 37620
423-652-4861
Harvey's Furniture & Appliance
John T. Harvey
200 Main St
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
865-435-7359
Dana Peterka
1008 Eagle Furnace Rd
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-4715
Harriman Public Library
Barbara Pelfrey Milsaps
601 Walden St
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-3195
Van Dan & Sons
Danny Van Dan
183 Orchard Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-6522
Methodist Medical Center
Michael Belbeck
990 Oak Ridge Turnpike
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-835-4400
East TN Clinical Research
Dr. Craig Reinemeyer
80 Copper Ridge Farm Rd
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-8420
Clean Living Solutions
Mary & Michelle Colyer
2155 Sugar Grove Valley
Harriman, TN 37748
865-603-1506
Barbara Anthony
200 E. Race St
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-5556
City of Rockwood
Becky Ruppe
110 North Chamberlain Ave
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-0163
Rockwood Village Apartments
Victoria Cox
601 S. Chamberlain Ave
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-3945
Lynne Spires
124 Clower Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-1462
Gondolier Harriman
George Delos
1822 Roane State Hwy
Harriman, TN 37748
865-717-0277
Rick Cox Construction
Rick Cox
211 Little Emory Rd
Harriman, TN 37748
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Blue Bell Creameries
Ricky Holladay
107 Pawnook Farm Rd
Lenoir City, TN 37771
865-717-7761
Albertson Agency
Mike Albertson
102 N Front St
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-4395
PSC Metals
Jason Bullington
440 South Front St
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-2790
Robert Peele
130 Oklahoma Av
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-483-8974
Precise Industrial
Coatings
Barry Kober
580 Cardiff Valley Rd
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-6901
Patterson's Appliances
Steve Patterson
1807 Roane State Hwy
Harriman, TN 37748
865-376-6233
Amedisys
Cherry LaRue
1855 Tanner Way
Harriman, TN 37748
865-376-6207
Goodwill Industries
Robert G. Rosenbaum
2325 Gateway Ave
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-588-8567
Maid 4 U
JoAnn Turner
422 W Race St
Kingston, TN 37763
865-717-3008
Bridge @ Rockwood
Kathy Parks
5580 Roane State Hwy
Rockwood, TN 37854
865-354-3366
Reynolds Racing & Marine
Glenn Reynolds
1019 South Roane St
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-9623
Eye Center of Midtown
Kimberly Southmayd
1855 Tanner Way, Ste 120
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-3135
Griffin Insurance
Johnny Griffin
414 North Kentucky St
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-3612
Roane Writers Group
B.J. Gillium
1004 Bradford Way
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-8850
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Servpro
James Bond
875 Highway 321 N
Ste 600-201
Lenoir City, TN 37772
855-245-2103
Tyler Overstreet
747 Bowman Bend Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-9879
Roane County Drug Coalition
Sara Daughtery
P.O. Box 280
Kingston, TN 37763
865-224-0399
Roane County United Way
Amy Harmon
2735 Roane State Hwy
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-7711
Coldwell Banker
Kathy May-Martin
410 N. Kentucky St
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-2121
Foothills Care Inc
Jim Pedigo
404 N Kentucky St
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-3464
James D. Walmsley
1011 Waterford Place
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-9687
Harriman Care &
Rehabilitation Center
Rose Meza
240 Hannah Rd
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-9159
Pro2Serve Professional Project
Barry Goss
1100 Bethel Valley Rd
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-220-4300
Jack McNew
314 Allison Dr
Harriman, TN 37748
865-376-5906
Ridgeview Psychiatric
Linda Kimmel
240 West Tyrone Rd
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-482-1076
Paul M Schubert
421 Devonia St
Harriman, TN 37748
865-882-0900
Julian Ahler
1247 River Oaks Dr
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-2122
Philotechnics
Justin Button
201 Renovare Blvd
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-285-3027
Wilma Eblen
3816 Buttermilk Rd West
Kingston, TN 37763
865-376-7403
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ADVERTISE IN THE DIGITAL CHAMBER NEWSLETTER
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Ads are available to Chamber members on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call 865-376-5572 to reserve your ad space today.
1. 1st Page, Top Left: $150 - JPG, 330x330 pixels
2. 1st Page, Center: $150 - JPG, 390 x 170 pixels
3. Bottom Page, Left: $50 - JPG, 330x330 pixels
Ads should be JPG format, camera-ready in size specified above sent to chamber@roanealliance.org by the 20th of the month. If the ad links to a website you must include the URL in the email with the ad.
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 Roane County Chamber of CommerceA Partner of the Roane Alliance
1209 N. Kentucky St, Kingston, TN 37763
(865) 376-5572 | Fax (865) 376-4978 | www.RoaneAlliance.org
Newsletter prepared by The Roane Alliance Staff:
Pam May, Allen Lutz, Tami Wright, Teresa Jackson, Darrell Williams, and Leslie Henderson
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The Chamber held a special Speaker Series luncheon in June, inviting State Senator Ken Yager and Representative Kent Calfee to talk about this year's legislative session.